Q. Does Caffeine Cause “Lumpy Breasts”?
A. There have been many anecdotal reports that link caffeine consumption to fibrocystic breasts, but there are no scientific studies to confirm this link. A handful of studies, however, have claimed that women with fibrocystic breasts who refrain from caffeine report a lessening in the severity of their symptoms. If you have fibrocystic breasts, you can try to cut down on or even eliminate your intake of caffeine to see if it helps relieve any of your symptoms. Beware of hidden sources of caffeine: Although primarily known as an ingredient in coffee and tea, caffeine is also present in high quantities in colas, chocolate, and many over-the-counter analgesics.
![Marianne J. Legato](https://gendermed.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/2017_GALA_0672_web-150x150.jpg)
Specialist in internal medicine and primary care.