Why is my right breast shrinking?

Question

I'm 50 years old and my right breast has gradually decreased in size over the past year. I have regular mammograms every year, as well as an annual physical. I forgot to mention to my doctor the noticeable size difference. Are there any reasons, other than hormones and aging, that would make my breast shrink. I have no symptoms (tingling, sensitivity). My weight has remained consistent my entire adult life. I'm a healthy, active person still having a regular menstrual cycle every 25 days.

Larry Weinstein, MD · Answer

Your hormones may still be on the proper cycle, but you are producing less estrogen then you did at age 20. This is a natural phenomena and is the main reason breasts shrink. Exercise, diet and weight loss can also influence this. There are many implants available to correct this problem. The oldest patient I have done a breast implant augmentation on was 69, replacement on patients as old as 81. You are not to old.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Many variable can affect breast size. Age, hormone level, weight, etc.. are just a few. Best to be seen in person to determine what can be done if you want fuller breasts.

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