Hormones or Something Serious?

Hi all, I am 25 and last Friday (10th) began experiencing a dull ache in my right breast.  At first it felt very similar to the mild tenderness I often experience in the days before my period.  However the discomfort is still here almost a week on and I am starting to worry.  There is no swelling, redness or discharge from the breast but the ache is fairly constant and I am finding it hard to bend down or reach for things.  I don't think there is a lump but there seems to be what feels like swollen breast issue on the outside. I have never experienced anything like this and my period is not due for at least another week so I thought it was unusual to experience this now.  I should add I am otherwise fine and am pretty flat chested.  If anyone could offer some words of advice I would really appreciate it.  Thank you. 

  • Hello there

    I am sorry to hear about the breast pain you are having.

    Try not to over think this for now if you can. There could be many reasons for this including hormones, infection or a muscle strain or injury as you can read about here. Breast pain on it's own is rarely a sign of breast cancer and also at your age uncommon so there is a good chance there is another reason for this.

    I would wait and see if it settles once your period arrives but if of course if it gets worse or you notice anything else in the meantime do contact your GP sooner for advice.

    Take care

    Naomi