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A 21-year-old female asked:
I'm taking viitex my boobs are sore why?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Humberto Quintanaanswered
Psychiatry 46 years experience
Hormones/Vilitex: Cyclic changes in hormone levels are the most common cause of breast pain (prior to menopause). When this "flies above the radar", we give it fancy names like "mastalgia" and "fibrocystic changes". Some women respond to caffeine avoidance, vitamin e, oil of primrose, or even occasional nsaids. Viltex may cause breast pain discuss your concerns with your gynecologist.
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Can boobs be sore from pressing on them too much?
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
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Sure: If you or someone else is poking your breasts too aggressively and excessively - that can lead to soreness.
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What could be common reasons for having sore boobs?
Dr. Timothy Brownanswered
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Could it be bad my boobs are really sore and tender?
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
It may just be: Due to fluid retention. That can happen prior to your period, during your period or when pregnant.
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My boobs are sore all the time and i don't know why?
Dr. Chevies Newmananswered
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My boobs are aching, they're heavy and sore. What could it be?
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