Swollen, sore breasts can be caused by various situations, being the most frequent: period premenstrual (TPM), changes hormones, use of contraceptive, pregnancy, etc.
The main cause of swelling and pain in the breasts when the woman is not pregnant are the hormonal changes which occur during the menstrual cycle. These symptoms tend to worsen in the days before menstruation, in the premenstrual phase.
The hormonal contraceptives may also make the breasts swollen, being another common cause of swelling in the breasts.
Seek the gynecologist, general practitioner or family doctor for a thorough evaluation and detection of the cause of swelling and pain in the breasts.
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