Before the onset of menstruation, water retention and breast swelling is thought to be due to high levels of ________ stimulating the secretory cells of the breast.

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The water retention and subsequent swelling of breast tissue during this phase of the menstrual cycle are thought to be due to high levels of circulating progesterone stimulating the secretory cells of the breast.High levels of estrogen are not related to breast swelling.hCG levels are unrelated to stimulation of secretory cells.Oxytocin is related to lactation.

Before the Onset of Menstruation, Water Retention and Breast Swelling