Question 1

why does my left breast hurt when i drink alcohol?

Accepted Answer

GI reflus: It could be a cardiac reason and you should go to ER OR IT could be GI S.sx of acid reflux

Question 2

can drinking alcohol increase the risk of breast cancer?

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Yes: Use of alcohol in a inappropiate manner, such as continous alcohol dependency has been found to increase the chances of developing breast cancer.

Question 3

does drinking alcohol effect your breast milk? smoking as well

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Yes for both: Start with smoking; an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome, add 2-3x incerase in bronchitis& ear infections & other respiratory issues. Add decreased growth & exposure to nicotine in the milk  alcohol decreases milk production & passes in small amounts to baby.Even small amounts are potentially toxic to babies growing brain.At least you are breast feeding, that's good.

Question 4

how is smoking and drinking alcohol related to breast cancer?

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Likely contribute: Both smoking and alcohol are risk factors for almost all cancers, impair immunity, contributing to growth of cancers. And alcohol contributes to weight gain, and obesity is a risk factor for cancer of the breast.

Question 5

is it true getting your period at age 11 puts you at risk of breast cancer and taking the pill? also drinking alcohol? i got my period at 11, was on the pill for 6 years and drank from age 23. im scared. will stopping drinking reduce risk? so scared?

Accepted Answer

: There is no clear proof that getting early period causes cancer. It depends on mamy things and is many times inherited. There is also no clear evidence that the pill leads to cancer. Alcohol in moderation is also not injurious to health. So you will be OK

Question 6

i have pain in my left breast, closer to the armpit. could this be from drinking to much caffeine, or stressed?

Accepted Answer

Have it checked: While we know that stress and driking too much coffee can make your fibrocystic breasts sore.But they do not cause the fibrocystic breasts
you should have it checked by your doctor or gynecologist if the pain is persisting.

Question 7

what does it mean if my left breast starts hurting when i drink?

Accepted Answer

??:  Strange?  I really don't know why one breast hurts with alcohol use. Estrogen can be increased through alcohol use over time - but that wouldn't cause unilateral breast pain.  Sulfites in some alcohol can cause chest pain but that is part of a bigger sensitivity or allergic reaction.  So, buttom line - I am stumped by this one.

Question 8

hi i have pains below the left breast under the rib cage.  i took a medecine tincture very high in alcohol without water. which exam to check the prob?

Accepted Answer

Hmmm: Please take one antacid and hope the symptoms resolve quickly. If not, then consult your doctor for a thorough physical examination.

Question 9

the last four days ive had a tight pain in my chest in my left breast, under neath, and around my back under my shoulder blade. i have mild discomfort but it gets worse as im eating or drinking something cold, it tightens up. no pain in center.

Accepted Answer

You may have a: gastrointestinal problem. You need to be seen and examined by a health care professional. Make an appointment today.

Question 10

i have a pain on my left breast till in my back. and it's painful. been so for days. gets worse when i lay and when my daughter drink breast?

Accepted Answer

: Possible causes include a breast cyst, clogged milk duct, or rib pain. Infection sounds less likely and cancer is an extremely remote possibility. Have it looked at if symptoms persist or worsen.

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Why does my left breast hurt when i drink alcohol?

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Can drinking alcohol increase the risk of breast cancer?

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Does drinking alcohol effect your breast milk? smoking as well

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How is smoking and drinking alcohol related to breast cancer?

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Is it true getting your period at age 11 puts you at risk of breast cancer and taking the pill? also drinking alcohol? i got my period at 11, was on the pill for 6 years and drank from age 23. im scared. will stopping drinking reduce risk? so scared?

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I have pain in my left breast, closer to the armpit. could this be from drinking to much caffeine, or stressed?

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What does it mean if my left breast starts hurting when i drink?

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Hi i have pains below the left breast under the rib cage. i took a medecine tincture very high in alcohol without water. which exam to check the prob?

A member asked:

The last four days ive had a tight pain in my chest in my left breast, under neath, and around my back under my shoulder blade. i have mild discomfort but it gets worse as im eating or drinking something cold, it tightens up. no pain in center.

A member asked:

I have a pain on my left breast till in my back. and it's painful. been so for days. gets worse when i lay and when my daughter drink breast?

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