Patient's question:
Hello, I am five and a half months pregnant. Recently, I have been troubled by a problem. I noticed that my breasts have become larger, the areolas have darkened in color, and the nipples are prominent. Moreover, I often feel itchy skin, and when I scratch it, red streaks appear. My breasts also have an unpleasant odor. What could be the reason?First follow-up question: Is this a normal phenomenon? Additionally, I sometimes have someone massage me (head tapping, shoulder and waist dropping). Does this affect the fetus? Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to the situation you described above, hormonal changes during pregnancy can promote breast enlargement and darkening of the areola in women, which is caused by elevated hormone levels. After a miscarriage or childbirth and breastfeeding, it will gradually return to normal as hormone levels decrease. During pregnancy, it is important to get adequate rest, engage in appropriate exercise, and enhance nutrition.