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A 26-year-old female asked:
I have tenderness/pain in my left breast. it feels similar to menstrual cycle pain, but only on one side. period supposed to start in 3 days. im slightly worried because i normally have pain in both breasts not just one side. should i be worried?
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Breast exam: Any sudden change in the breast is worth checking out. Your doctor can do an examination and determine if any imaging tests such as a mammogram or breast sonogram is warranted. Cyclic breast pain that occurs in a recurring pattern associated with the menstrual cycle is often hormonal
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