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I have been on birth control for a month with no side effects. after a month and a week, i am now experiencing sore breasts. is this normal?

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Possibly: Yes. Breast soreness and tenderness can be a side effect of oral contraceptives.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/29/2015

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