What causes prickling pains in breast?

Mastalgia: Breast pain or mastalgia can vary significantly depending on the cause. It may be intermittent or consistent, mild or severe ; feel tender, tight, sharp or burning. 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 cause.