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What Causes Burning Sensation And Pain In Breast Along With Dry Nipple?

I have burning and pain that comes on suddenly in my left breast and the nipple feels like it is dry or possibly has a scab but I don t see anything. The pain is like a shooting pain and lasts for several seconds to minutes. It is tender to touch even just brushing my arm against it. I haven t had a mammogram in about 4 years but have one scheduled in August. Should I be overly concerned?
Mon, 1 Jun 2020
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Hi,

Breast pain, tightness of breast or burning sensation can be related to menstrual cycles and is called as cyclical mastalgia and can occur as a part of pre-menstrual symptom. Evening primrose oil and vitamin E may provide moderate relief in many women.

If the symptoms are unrelated to menstrual cycles,breast diseases like mastitis and tumours should be ruled out. I would suggest you to take a mammogram to identify any abnormalities. Self examination of the breast should be done frequently to rule out any abnormal lumps.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Burning Sensation And Pain In Breast Along With Dry Nipple?

Hi, Breast pain, tightness of breast or burning sensation can be related to menstrual cycles and is called as cyclical mastalgia and can occur as a part of pre-menstrual symptom. Evening primrose oil and vitamin E may provide moderate relief in many women. If the symptoms are unrelated to menstrual cycles,breast diseases like mastitis and tumours should be ruled out. I would suggest you to take a mammogram to identify any abnormalities. Self examination of the breast should be done frequently to rule out any abnormal lumps. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician