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I'm on my period. this is my third day to be exact. my right breast is really sore. its tender and painful. sometimes its a sharp pain. please advice?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Fibrocystic: The most common reason is fibrocystic breast. Small glands that respond to hormones and form temporary cysts that can be tender. These may be limited by reducing caffeine.

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

I'm on my period. this is my third day to be exact. my right breast is really sore. its tender and painful. sometimes its a sharp pain. please advice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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