Breast pain (mastalgia)

What is breast pain?

Breast pain can be cyclical (associated with periods) or non-cyclical (located in a particular area within the breast). It is very common and will affect 70% of the female population at some stage. Fortunately, it is rarely associated with breast cancer. Breast pain can come from the breast itself, or can be referred pain from outside the breast, such as the chest wall.

How is breast pain managed?

Dr Bell will perform a full workup to assess the cause of the condition, but generally these symptoms will be managed with a combination of diet, lifestyle changes and occasionally medications.

For further information, see the following Mastalgia leaflet.