A member asked:

I've had constant pain for the past few days (goes from slight to strong to mild all the time)around the l nipple in upper chest.what could this be?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Mastalgia: Causes of breast pain can include cysts, prior surgery, trauma, medications (oral contraceptives, infertility tx, SSRI's), large breast size, premenstrual syndrome, ovulation, period & pregnancy. Your Dr can help determine the cause.

Answered 11/1/2014

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Dr. Mitchell Cohn answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Several possbilities: Not quite enough info for full answer, but possiblities could include nerve entrapment, nerve inflammation, herpes zoster, rib dysfunction, etc. Type of pain is important: sharp, aching, burning, etc. Are skin changes like tiny blisters present? Recommend a good history & osteopathic hands-on physcial exam to figure it out. Tests, medicine, or osteopathic manipulation may be indicated.

Answered 11/7/2014

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