I have pain in my breasts
Nov 23, 2008
PAIN or discomfort in the breast is common. It is usually related to periods. For some, it is related to the family planning pill, injection, or pregnancy.
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Dear Doctor,
I get on-and-off breast pain. At first I felt it near the periods but now it is prolonged. It is itching, pumping and not in one place. I feel no lumps.
Worried Sophie
Dear Sophie,
PAIN or discomfort in the breast is common. It is usually related to periods. For some, it is related to the family planning pill, injection, or pregnancy.
First consult a doctor. Common pain killer drugs like Panadol or Brufen can help.
Using a supporting bra (sports bra) also helps.
Other helpful things include losing weight, decreasing coffee intake, limiting salt in food, exercise and having a low fat diet.
Write to: Ask The Doctor, P. O Box 9815, Kampala Or health@newvision.co.ug
Dear Doctor,
I get on-and-off breast pain. At first I felt it near the periods but now it is prolonged. It is itching, pumping and not in one place. I feel no lumps.
Worried Sophie
Dear Sophie,
PAIN or discomfort in the breast is common. It is usually related to periods. For some, it is related to the family planning pill, injection, or pregnancy.
First consult a doctor. Common pain killer drugs like Panadol or Brufen can help.
Using a supporting bra (sports bra) also helps.
Other helpful things include losing weight, decreasing coffee intake, limiting salt in food, exercise and having a low fat diet.
Write to: Ask The Doctor, P. O Box 9815, Kampala Or health@newvision.co.ug