Although most breast cancers do not cause pain in the breast or nipple, some do. More often, women have breast pain or discomfort related to their menstrual cycle. Also, some non-cancer breast conditions, such as mastitis, may cause a more sudden pain.
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Breast pain is common and it's not normally due to cancer. You might get pain in one or both breasts. This usually goes away after some time.
Jan 17, 2024 · Although many women with pain in one or both breasts may be concerned that it is breast cancer, breast pain is NOT commonly a symptom of cancer.
Feb 6, 2024 · Breast Cancer Symptoms · Pain and tenderness, although lumps don't usually hurt. Some may cause a prickly feeling. · Breast changes such as a ...
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Breast cancer can cause changes in skin cells that lead to feelings of pain, tenderness, and discomfort in the breast. If a lump is present, it is not painful.
Dec 8, 2023 · Pain and tenderness are often one of the first symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer.
Having breast pain on its own is rarely a sign of breast cancer. But it's still important to be breast aware and go back to your GP if the pain gets worse or ...
Feb 10, 2024 · Signs and symptoms of breast cancer may include: A breast lump or thickened area of skin that feels different from the surrounding tissue. A ...
Jan 14, 2022 · It is more common for women who have been diagnosed with cancer to report feeling pain in their breast tissue as they go through treatment, at ...
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