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Will extra birth control cause extreme breast tenderness?

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Dr. Regina Hampton answered

Specializes in Breast Surgery

Yes: Birth control pills contain hormones. Increased levels of hormones cause breast pain and tenderness.

Dr Van Dis and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2013

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