Severe breast pain, facial hair, and larger nipples ... norm Posted: 07-01-07 08:53am
I had a hysterectomy several years ago. I
am 41 y/o. Over the last year I started
having severe breast pain, swelling, and
even my nipples are larger. It reminds me
of when I was breast feeding or pregnant.
I had my yearly pap test and exam last
August. My doctor just said my body still
thinks I am having a period since I still
have my ovaries. I always had horrible
period with breast tenderness but nothing
like this in my entire life. They hurt so
bad that even my clothing hurts them. I
don't mind having the larger breasts but
it seemd like the pain is lasting longer
than just a few days now. It has been
almost two weeks and I am frustrated. I
have noticed that each time I shower daily
I have a handful of hair in the drain. I
never had that before. I also have hair
growth on my face as well as acne. I feel
like I am going through puberty! What is
my problem?
As long as you have functional ovaries you
will experience the same menstrual
symptoms as before the hysterectomy except
for the actual menstruation. The symptoms
you mentioned (hair growth, hair loss and
acne) could be due to excessive male
hormones in the body. You can consult with
an endocrinologist about the condition and
seek treatment if necessary.
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