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Can you tell me are sore as well(but i am not pregnant). no history of breast cancer in my family. could have something been overlooked?

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Mastitis?: Inflammation of the breast tissue can cause pain. This is typically in lactating mothers, but not always. Nipple piercing and tight clothing have been associated with mastitis as well.

Answered 3/29/2014

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A member asked:

Can you tell me are sore as well(but i am not pregnant). no history of breast cancer in my family. could have something been overlooked?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marc Tressler answered

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