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Why does taking birth controls cause tender breasts?
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Hormones: Hormones in the birth control pills cause cystic changes (fluid filled areas) in the breast. This causes tenderness or soreness in the breast. This is common. If too uncomfortable, ask your gynecologist to change to different medication.
Answered 12/9/2013
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