Mastalgia

Mastalgia is severe breast pain that may come and go with monthly periods (cyclical) or may not follow any pattern (noncyclical). Breast pain can get worse with changes in a woman's hormone levels and may be affected by stress.

Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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