23/12/2024
🌸 Mastalgia: Breast Pain Demystified 🌸
Breast pain, medically known as mastalgia, is a common concern for many women, yet it's surrounded by myths and misconceptions. Let’s break it down:
🔍 What is Mastalgia?
It’s breast pain, which can be cyclic (linked to your menstrual cycle) or non-cyclic (unrelated to hormones).
Most cases are NOT linked to breast cancer.
🔑 Causes Include:
Hormonal changes, stress, or ill-fitting bras.
Conditions like fibroadenomas or breast cysts.
💡 Management Tips:
1. Wear a supportive, well-fitted bra.
2. Try warm or cold compresses.
3. Reduce caffeine and fatty foods.
4. Over-the-counter pain relief can help.
❌ Myth Busted:
"Breast pain means cancer."
Fact: Most breast pain is not cancer-related. However, persistent or unusual symptoms should always be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
✨ A Special Note:
For South Asian women, remedies like Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) and Vitamin E have shown promising patient-reported responses, even though larger studies are lacking.
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