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Is it normal for my breasts to feel tender once i start birth control?

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Dr. Michael Opsahl answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Likely yes: Birth control pills contain estrogen and progesterone. These hormones are active on breast tissue, so your symptoms are very common. You can always ask you ob-gyn or pcp if you remain concerned. Best wishes.

Dr Niazi and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/27/2014

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