Breast tension
Breast Tension is a common symptom experienced by women, often associated with the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause. It is characterized by a feeling of tightness, heaviness, or discomfort in the breasts.
Causes
Breast tension is primarily caused by hormonal fluctuations in the body. The two main hormones responsible for this are estrogen and progesterone, which increase in production during certain times in a woman's menstrual cycle. This hormonal increase can cause the breast tissue to swell and retain fluid, leading to feelings of tension or discomfort.
Other potential causes of breast tension include:
- Pregnancy: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause the breasts to grow and feel more sensitive or tense.
- Menopause: The hormonal changes that occur during menopause can also lead to breast tension.
- Breastfeeding: The process of breastfeeding can cause the breasts to feel tense or full.
- Mastitis: This is an infection of the breast tissue that results in breast pain, swelling, warmth and redness. It can also cause flu-like symptoms such as fever and chills.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of breast tension is a feeling of tightness or heaviness in the breasts. Other symptoms may include:
- Tenderness or sensitivity in the breasts
- A feeling of fullness in the breasts
- Swelling of the breasts
- Pain or discomfort in the breasts
Treatment
Treatment for breast tension typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the symptom. This may include:
- Hormone therapy: If hormonal fluctuations are causing breast tension, hormone therapy may be used to help regulate these hormones.
- Pain relief medication: Over-the-counter pain relievers can help to alleviate the discomfort associated with breast tension.
- Lifestyle changes: Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and reducing caffeine and salt intake can all help to reduce symptoms of breast tension.
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