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My breast has been really tender for a few days but my period suppose to come on next week?
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Common: Fibrocystic breast changes are very common (90% of women have them by age 40) and cause breast tenderness before your period which is made worse by caffeine and salt. They do not increase your risk of cancer.
Answered 9/12/2014
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