Question 1

what is a common cause of breast pain in women going through menopause?

Accepted Answer

Hormone imbalance: Estrogen dominance and hormonal fluctuations contribute to breast tenderness at any age, especially perimenopausal. High and low swings and surges stimulate glandular tissues. Certain foods, such as caffeine beverages and chocolate also increase breast tenderness.

Question 2

with women over 50 with menopause, what can cause breast pain?

Accepted Answer

Common problem: Fibrocystic disease/changes is very common after menopause.  Breasts feel lumpy and painful which is caused by cyst formation (fluid filled areas) due to hormonal changes.  Some women may have these changes without being on their menstrual cycle.  Caffeine may cause the cysts to be overactive resulting in pain. This is not related to cancer.

Question 3

upper back and breast pain in post menapausal woman. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Back and breast pain: There are many possibilities.  Time for you to make an appointment with your doctor for a check up examination to find out what is the problem.

Question 4

if a woman always have breast pain only midway through her cycke, is it a sign of ovulation?

Accepted Answer

Possible : I suppose that is possible but seems not very likely.

Question 5

if i am now a 35 year old female with a lot of stress. could this be causing chest and breast pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes : But chest pain should always be investigated by a physician , breast pain can be from your monthky menstrual cycle but i would see a physician for chest pain.

Question 6

does masturbation in women leads to breast pain?

Accepted Answer

Should not: However, no 2 people are the same. Thus, it can, if you get breast pain if ; when you masturbate.

Question 7

can breast pain affect every women in early stages of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

No: Each woman's pregnancy is different.

Question 8

female 30 + would star flower oil 1000mg for breast pain be good
but what amount of gla is useful
to balance hormone levels ?
is this a good amount?

Accepted Answer

Unproven effects: Scientific studies do not clearly show that Star flower oil is safe and effective. Without further evidence we can not recommend its use. Breast pain should be evaluated by a doctor to make sure nothing is abnormal before determining that it is hormonal sensitivity

Question 9

i am 19-year-old female and for the last few months i have been having breast pain and also under my armpit.  pain has gotten worse over time. ?

Accepted Answer

Please see your: doctor. They should be able to examine you and properly diagnose and treat you if necessary. They may need some lab work also.

Question 10

hi, please assist what could be the cause of breast pain. my right breast has been in pain for 4 weeks and now its itchy as well. i saw a doctor who examined the breast and found no lumps. the pain moves when touching. i'm 32 female?

Accepted Answer

Breast pain : Pain and itchiness is felt  by the same pain nerve sensor. Several questions: Did the doctor miss a cyst? Did you have an ultrasound? How was is the skin?  What part (s) of the breast?

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Upper back and breast pain in post menapausal woman. what could be the cause?

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If a woman always have breast pain only midway through her cycke, is it a sign of ovulation?

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If i am now a 35 year old female with a lot of stress. could this be causing chest and breast pain?

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Does masturbation in women leads to breast pain?

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Can breast pain affect every women in early stages of pregnancy?

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Female 30 + would star flower oil 1000mg for breast pain be good but what amount of gla is useful to balance hormone levels ? is this a good amount?

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I am 19-year-old female and for the last few months i have been having breast pain and also under my armpit. pain has gotten worse over time. ?

A member asked:

Hi, please assist what could be the cause of breast pain. my right breast has been in pain for 4 weeks and now its itchy as well. i saw a doctor who examined the breast and found no lumps. the pain moves when touching. i'm 32 female?

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