Breast

Breast Pain; Why is, How to get released

Women's breasts can have pain for a variety of reasons. Most of the time this pain is related to menstruation.

Although not everyone has a problem, many women experience breast pain during menstruation. It may have the following features-

Too light to too much pain

 The pain may start two weeks before menstruation. As the days of menstruation get closer, the pain increases, and the pain subsides after menstruation.

Most of the time there is pain in the breast and sometimes this pain spreads to the armpits.

In addition to the menstrual period, there may be other types of breast pain. E.g.-

Pain in the shoulder, neck or back can be felt as breast pain

Side effects of birth control pills and some antidepressants

Due to various inflammations of the breast

During pregnancy

Why is there pain in the breast?

Fibroadenosis: Here the breasts change and enlarge due to hormonal factors and small lumps (nodules) and cysts form and cause pain.

Mastitis / Inflammation of the breast: Inflammation or inflammation of the breast is called mastitis. This is usually when the baby is breastfed, i.e. the breast feed is given to the mother. There is fever and loss of appetite along with pain.

Abscesses or blisters on the breasts: There is severe pain and fever in the breasts and the skin of the breasts becomes red. The operation is urgent in this case.

Chronic infections of the breast: Diseases such as TV, actinomycosis, etc. can cause pain.

Without breasts: Chest wall disease can cause breast pain. Breast pain can occur even if there is a tumor or cancer in the breast.

Depression: In addition to the breasts and chest wall, mental fatigue can also be due to mental depression. In this case, emotional help or support is often needed.

What do you do?

You can take paracetamol for menstrual cramps

Wear the right size bra according to the office

Wear soft cloth bras while sleeping

To do

Breast pain can be reduced by making some changes in lifestyle. E.g.

* Wear bra according to breast size. Avoid small size bras.

* Eat a healthy diet that is low in fat and high in nutrients.

* Keeping your body weight under control will eliminate the problem of hormonal changes in your body.

* Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) and Vitamin E are essential for the body. This nutrient rich diet should be taken.

When to go to the doctor

If the pain does not subside even after taking paracetamol

If there is fever with pain

If any part of the breast becomes swollen and red

If anyone in your family has a history of breast cancer

Caution

Here are some things to keep in mind when it comes to your breasts.

Whether there is any hard lump in the breast

Whether there is any fluid coming out of the nipple that looks like blood or pus

Does the skin of the breast look like an orange peel?

Whether the nipple has penetrated

If you see anything like this, consult a doctor immediately. Do not do any home treatment for such problems. Many women in Bangladesh and around the world suffer from various breast problems including breast cancer. Many are embarrassed and do not want to talk to anyone about these things. You can talk openly with your female doctor or nurse at your nearest hospital. You can also collect various information from women health workers from the health workers who visit your home. Do not neglect, take proper treatment.