Ovulation is the process where a matured egg cell is released from the ovaries. Since hormones are imbalanced at this moment, the breasts are sometimes affected.
What Causes Sore Breasts after Ovulation
Sore breasts maybe caused by either one or more of the following:
- Hormonal imbalance. This is because your body is enlarging your milk ducts. It will commonly disappear a few days before your period starts.
- Medications can also cause sore breasts. Drugs such as birth control pills have effect on the reproductive hormone levels in the body. Drugs like antidepressants and antipsychotics have sore breasts as side effects.
- Fibrocystic breast condition is a benign, non-cancerous formation of fibrous lumps in the breast. In some cases, the breasts become sore and tender, but there are no signs of malignancy such as skin dimpling.
- There are also times where your bra can be the culprit. Incorrect size of bra puts pressure on the now-enlarging milk glands after ovulation.
Treatment For Sore Breasts
You can follow these simple steps:
- The first step is to get a good a supportive bra like one that is made of good fabric and feels light. An underwire bra is not advisable.It is better to have them fitted by a specialist.
- If it is painful, you might want to medicate on over-the-counter pain relievers. Consult your doctor first if you are pregnant or nursing a baby.
- You can apply warm compress to the affected breast. This will give comfort and will aid in healing.
- In most cases however sore breasts during ovulation goes away naturally and does not need any medical attention.