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Breast Pain

Breast pain is any pain or discomfort in the breast. This pain is triggered by hormonal changes associated to menstruation and pregnancy. Although most women experiencing the pain fears breast cancer, breast pain is not a common sign of cancer.

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Women's Health and pills?

BCP can cause breast tenderness, it is a side effect and not dangerous.

Why do breast hurt when touched?

Most women have naturally lumpy areas in their breasts. However, if you notice changes in your breasts (including unusual lumps and pain or tenderness) it could be an early sign of cancer. See your doctor for a mammogram. Be sure to bring specific concerns to the doctor's attention.

Difference between premenstrual breast pain and breast pain during pregnancy?

Premenstrual breast pain and breast pain during pregnancy feel the same and occur for the same hormonal reasons. If you think you might be pregnant, take a pregnancy test.

Im only 20 yrs old. Why have my breast been felling sore these last 2 weeks?

If your breasts are tender, then you might be pregnant.

PMS will also cause sore breasts.

What are medical reasons for breast reconstruction?

Equalizing otherwise normal breasts that are markedly different in size, replacing all or part of breast tissue that has been removed during the course of cancer treatment, or replacing breast mass that has been lost due to injury.

What causes breast pain?

Breast pain is caused by a number of factors, including benign cysts, scar tissue, tight fitting undergarments, pregnancy, hormonal medication, menstruation, clogged ducts, fibrocystic breasts, fibroadenoma, and abscesses. For some women, excessive caffeine intake can contribute. You should always consult with your health care provider to rule out the possibility of cancer or other disease. While waiting to see your health care provider, cut down on your caffeine intake, and check that you have a well-fitted bra.

What does it mean if you have scratches on your nipples and you are young?

Well, just so you know, NOTHING is wrong with your nipples. if they are itchy, then it means your breasts and nipples are developing. some people have itchy nipples and some others dont. its nothing to be worried about. im a doctor. i KNOW what im talkin about.

When you finished your period why does your nipples hurt does it mean they are growing?

This kind of sensitivity can be caused by the different hormones that fill the body during this time. It is perfectly normal and there is nothing to be worried about.

If there is any unusual discharge with an unpleasant odour, however, this could indicate a serious problem which should be investigated through a GP.

Can deppression cause breast pain for women?

Depression can harm allot and cause allot of anxiety it can cause pain in all the rest of our body depression just keeps getting worse if you don't have a therapist and your not on any medication so i'm pretty sure that the pain can be in breast bone that one i would see somebody.

What does it mean if your nipples hurt and it's painful but I'm not pregnant because I'm a virgin?

if your breasts, or nipples hurt and your a virgin it just means that your breasts are in the progress of developing, it will hurt but theres nothing to worry about its just the pattern or life!

What do you do if there is blood in breast milk?

It is probably not blood in your milk but blood sometimes comes from a slight crack in your nipple. See your health visitor about this, it is quite common but she will give you advice.

What is matrology?

Matrology is the science of measurement.

Are nipples supposed to be hard all the time or just when you're cold or wet?

Everyone is different. When you are young your nipples may be hard a lot of the time. As you get older your nipples tend to become hard only when you are cold, wet or sexually aroused.

Can starting the pill cause sore breasts?

Yes, breast tenderness and swelling are common side-effects of hormonal birth control such as the combination pill. This may be temporary while your body adjusts, but if it becomes severe or it lasts for over three months then talk to your doctor about trying another birth control brand or method.

Where can I buy rotasept nipple spray?

my daughter in law lives in Brisbane and she needs Rotasept spray , which I used when breast feeding - where can we buy it please?