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A member asked:

Is it possible for a breast reduction to cause ovarian cyst?

9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

No: There is no known cause/effect relationship where surgery to the breast has any significant effect on the ovary.

Dr Sand and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/20/2014

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No: They are not related.

Dr Hampton and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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No.: There is no known relationship between breast reduction surgery and ovarian pathology.

Dr Brouwer agreed

Answered 5/17/2013

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What could replace tamoxiphen in second 5 years after breast cancer? Tamoxiphen caused me ovarian cyst and uterus thickening . Thanks

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I have a ovarian cyst 4 cm. Would this cause breast tenderness and achiness in my body, mostly in legs. It was getting better with rest but is not no?

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Can ovarian cysts cause stomach fluttering , bloating, lower back and pelvic pain, heavy feeling in breasts. I don't have any nausea.?

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Had reg period. Breast enlarged, but no pain for the last 3 weeks and getting bigger. Negative pregnancy test. Could ovarian cysts cause enlargement?

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I have menstrual cramps, but only on my left side. I am experiencing tender breasts as well, which I usually get during PMS. Could the one sided menstrual cramps and pressure be because of my ovarian cysts? Is it likely cause for concern?

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