Breast Pain

Pain or tenderness in the breast, which is commonly related to hormonal changes.

Body systems: Reproductive

What is Breast Pain?

Breast Pain is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.

If you have Breast Pain that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.

Possible conditions associated with Breast Pain

The following conditions have been associated with Breast Pain. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.

Breast Cancer

Cancer that forms in breast tissue. Early detection through screening improves outcomes.

Mastitis

Inflammation of breast tissue, most often during breastfeeding, causing breast pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes fe...

Related symptoms

Breast DimplingBreast TendernessGeneral MalaiseLocalized SwellingSkin RednessSwollen Armpit Lymph Nodes

When to seek medical care

Seek urgent care if Breast Pain is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.