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What exactly does it mean when your breasts are itchy and sore?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Uncertain: Breast soreness can occur due to stretching from increased fluid retention. Breast pain can occur in conjunction w premenstrual syndrome, ovulation, your period, pregnancy, hormone imbalance or use of oral contraceptives.

Answered 8/15/2018

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