What are some causes of breast pain?

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  1. Aurora Health Care
     
    Aurora Health Care answered:
    Likely causes of breast pain are:
    • Fibrocystic changes in the breast tissue, which can cause the breast to feel ropy or granular
    • Fluid-filled sacs (cysts) in the breast, enlarging and becoming tender before the menstrual period
    • Hormone changes at menopause
    • Estrogen replacement therapy
    • Infection in the milk ducts (mastitis)
    • Injury to the breast or nearby nerves
    • Inflammation of the breast bone and ribs, sometimes mistaken for breast pain
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