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Breast Pain (Mastalgia)

Breast Pain (Mastalgia)

Breast pain, medically referred to as mastalgia, is a common breast-related symptom that many women experience at some point in their lives. It can manifest as varying degrees of discomfort, tenderness, or pain in one or both breasts. Mastalgia can be categorized into two main types: cyclical and non-cyclical, each with its own causes and characteristics.y

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This page gives general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Please consult a doctor for advice about your own condition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Breast pain is very common and is rarely a sign of breast cancer. However, pain that persists, or comes with a lump or other change in the breast, should be checked by a doctor.

Common causes include hormonal changes linked to periods, breast cysts, fibrocystic changes, muscle or chest-wall pain and some medicines. An examination helps find the cause and the right treatment.
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