Why are my breasts sore

I passed menopause several years ago and my latest mammogram was normal but my breasts have been sore recently. I need your help.

Ibukun (by SMS)

It seems that what you have is a form of breast pain called ‘’noncyclic mastalgia’’. Unlike breast pain that happens during monthly menstrual cycles or pregnancy, this condition occurs after menopause and isn’t influenced by hormone fluctuations.

Part of the confusion surrounding noncyclic mastalgia is that it can happen in one or both breasts, waxing and waning or staying constant. Some medications can trigger it, including hormone therapy or cardiovascular drugs.

But the pain — which can feel like a dull ache or a sharp, burning stab — might also result from infection, injury, surgery, or a benign breast cyst. A visit to a specialist doctor at the nearest Specialist or Teaching Hospital will be highly recommended.

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