Question 1

i have swollen tender breast, not pregnant because of tubes tied, not a lot of caffeine/salt intake, no weight gain, no improvements only worsening?

Accepted Answer

Mastitis/mastalgia: This could be a breast infectiom ( mastitis) caising pain ( mastalgia ). This condition must be promptly treated with an examination, breast ultasound and certainly antibiotics. Consult your private physician asap.

Question 2

what to do for tender breasts that are swollen?

Accepted Answer

Fibrocystic changes: You could have fibrocystic changes. This is the most common cause of breast pain.  It can be aggravated by caffeine, stress, menstrual cycle and hormonal supplements. If you are over 40, then you should have a mammogram and ultrasound.  Please get evaluated by a breast specialist.

Question 3

can swollen/tender breasts be a sign of a period?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Tender breasts may occur during the period.

Question 4

what can cause swollen, tender breasts?

Accepted Answer

Fibrocystic changes: You could have fibrocystic changes. This is the most common cause of breast pain.  It can be aggravated by caffeine, stress, menstrual cycle and hormonal supplements. If you are over 40, then you should have a mammogram and ultrasound.  Please get evaluated by a breast specialist.

Question 5

hi, i took norlevo the morning after pill on december 28th. i still have swollen tender breasts and am very bloated. when should this subside?

Accepted Answer

Morning after pill: The symptoms should be resolved by now. See a gyn specialist to help get cycles and hormonal symptoms back on track.

Question 6

hi. i was on depo-provera injection that ended in june 04. been waiting on bleed since but had none. got veiny swollen, tender breasts. am i preg?

Accepted Answer

Possible: I am assuming that you mean June 4, 2014. It can take awhile to resume periods after stopping Depo provera (medroxyprogesterone) but you also can ovulate before you start having periods again. That means you can get pregnant before your period starts back. If in doubt, check a pregnancy test. Good luck.

Question 7

neg preg results, 3 months since my last period,  swollen tender breasts, vivid dreams, heightened smell, and im a little moody? is this possible?

Accepted Answer

Pseudo pregnancy: Yes - your condition sometimes is called pseudo pregnancy. The symptoms can be elicited by a strong desire to become pregnant, or being around pregnant women. The mind can play funny tricks on us; male partners of pregnant women may gain weight along with their pregnant spouse.

Question 8

my wife is 11dpiui. no major symptoms.  only some mild cramps, bloated, tender breasts and white discharge.  can she be preagnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: After an IUI, yes She could be pregnant . Need to wait 3 more days. The symptoms you mention can also be felt in a normal cycle, though. Good Luck!

Question 9

i am experiencing  tender swollen lump in left breast and breast pain. the lump has grown. i now have pain all over my left side front and back. ?

Accepted Answer

Doctor: A tender swollen lump in one breast causing pain and is growing should be evaluated by a doctor.

Question 10

i am experiencing  breast pain (quality: tenderness)  and tender swollen lump underneath my right nipple. happened a few weeks ago and returned

Accepted Answer

Breast exam: to include a physical exam, breast ultrasound and possible mammogram. The tenderness suggests fibrocystic breast disease; however, you must be examined and imaged.

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I have swollen tender breast, not pregnant because of tubes tied, not a lot of caffeine/salt intake, no weight gain, no improvements only worsening?

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What to do for tender breasts that are swollen?

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Can swollen/tender breasts be a sign of a period?

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What can cause swollen, tender breasts?

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Hi, i took norlevo the morning after pill on december 28th. i still have swollen tender breasts and am very bloated. when should this subside?

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Hi. i was on depo-provera injection that ended in june 04. been waiting on bleed since but had none. got veiny swollen, tender breasts. am i preg?

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Neg preg results, 3 months since my last period, swollen tender breasts, vivid dreams, heightened smell, and im a little moody? is this possible?

A member asked:

My wife is 11dpiui. no major symptoms. only some mild cramps, bloated, tender breasts and white discharge. can she be preagnant?

A member asked:

I am experiencing tender swollen lump in left breast and breast pain. the lump has grown. i now have pain all over my left side front and back. ?

A member asked:

I am experiencing breast pain (quality: tenderness) and tender swollen lump underneath my right nipple. happened a few weeks ago and returned

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