Is breast tenderness a normal phenomenon?

Patient's question:

Is it normal to have breast tenderness after being pregnant for more than three months? It feels hard inside the breasts, and it hurts when touched.

Doctor's answer:

It could be mammary hyperplasia, or it might be related to personal emotional factors. For now, you could consider relieving it through hot compresses and massage, as it's not possible to take medication during pregnancy. You'll have to use conservative methods to alleviate the pain. Additionally, it's important to wear a suitable bra. Also, after becoming pregnant, hormonal changes may stimulate the breasts, causing them to shrink to some extent. If you don't promptly switch to new, suitable clothing and continue wearing your old bras, which squeeze the breasts, it could also lead to pain.

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