Breast pain
Overview
Breast pain is usually linked to periods. Sometimes it can be caused by a condition like mastitis or a medicine like the contraceptive pill.
If you have breast pain, taking painkillers and wearing a properly fitted bra can help ease the pain.
There are many reasons breasts can be painful. It’s not usually anything serious, but see a GP if the pain does not improve.
Page last reviewed: 22/06/2020
Next review due: 22/06/2023