About Women's Health: Do Your Breasts Hurt?

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Women's Health Ah, boobs. Most of the time our mammary glands are quiet, pain-free fixtures on our body (unlike, say, our lower backs or heads). So when breast pain pops up, it can be quite alarming. Overview of Breast Pain This article will give you the broad overview on breast pain, which you'll be happy to learn is often NOT due to cancer. See More About:  breast pain  breast lumps  breast cancer risk What's Up With Sharp Pains in Breast? Most of us ladies know what mild breast pain feels like, thanks to our monthly cycles (thank you, mother nature). So when we feel a new kind of breast pain, we're pretty good at immediately knowing that something else is up -- and not due to our periods. See More About:  painful breasts  breast lumps  benign masses Tips for Managing Breast Pain Once you've had your breast pain properly diagnosed by a doctor, these pain management tips can help ease the pain. See More About:  painful breasts  benign breast lumps  home remedies Breast Pain, Periods and the Pill Hormones just make me want to give a heavy sigh and go find the nearest hammock. First, your body's natural hormones may cause menstrual-related breast pain. And a common treatment? Hormones that counteract your own hormones. Hormones, hormones, hormones -- sigh. See More About:  painful breasts  menstrual cycle  pain treatments Women's Health Ads Women Health In Home Health Care Women 'S Health Health Care Clinic Health News Featured Articles Breast Cancer Symptoms Evening Primrose Supplement - Is It Right for You? What Is Inflammatory Breast Cancer? Left Breast Pain Breast Pain in Men   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement