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A member asked:

I've been on gildess for birth control for seven months. this month my breasts are sore. could it be from my pill? (ive had a negative pregnancy test)

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Yes: BCPs can give you breast tenderness, this is one of the known side effects of the pill. If it becomes persistent please see your doctor, you may need to change.

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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