One of the main causes associated with breast tenderness is the hormonal change that occurs before your periods. He syndrome premenstrual causes increased production of estrogen and progesterone that promote a slight increase in breasts. These can swell and become painful. In addition, this syndrome can be accompanied by other symptoms such as irritability, discomfort general, headache, tiredness, water retention.
The pain and the sensitivity of the breasts are the first signs of a pregnancy because the production of hormones is usually activated. This disorder generally disappears after the first trimester of pregnancy, because the body becomes accustomed and the rates of hormones stabilize. The sensitivity of the breasts can be associated, in this case, with symptoms such as itchy breasts, stretch marks and a larger and darker areola.
If the baby is breastfed, it is normal for the breasts to be more sensitive and painful than usual, because of the baby's sucking. A disease that can aggravate sensitivity is mastitis, an inflammation of the mammary gland that occurs when milk secretion is not evacuated properly and is stored in the bosom.
During the puberty, breast tenderness can be a natural symptom, caused by the development of breast tissue and by the hormonal changes that take place in this period. In this case, the discomfort in the chest and breast tenderness they are temporary and disappear when they have finished developing.
At other times, bosom They may be more sensitive than usual if a bra made of synthetic fabric that does not fit well against the skin is worn. Continuous rubbing with the synthetic fabric can end up causing irritations and pains in the areoles. Likewise, it is imperative to choose the correct bra size so that comfort is the most appropriate, and prevent other problems such as Back pain.