What causes breast swelling and nipple pain in women?

Women's breasts are the best reflection of their female gender characteristics. Women must understand their breasts because the physiological structure of women's breasts determines that this is a high-incidence area for diseases. For example, breast swelling and nipple pain are common feelings experienced by women, and they occur repeatedly, requiring active observation. So, what causes breast swelling and nipple pain in women?

1. Postpartum breast pain: Breast fullness, hardness and pain often occur 3 to 7 days after delivery. This is mainly caused by breast lymph retention, venous congestion, interstitial edema and obstructed mammary ducts. The prevention and treatment method is for the mother to breastfeed as early as possible. If there are lumps, you can apply hot compresses to the breasts before breastfeeding; you can also use appropriate milk ejection techniques to promote the patency of the mammary ducts.

2. Breast pain after artificial abortion: After artificial abortion, some women experience breast pain and a lump can be felt. This is because the pregnancy is suddenly interrupted, which causes the hormone levels in the body to drop sharply, causing the newly developed mammary glands to suddenly stop growing, resulting in breast lumps and breast pain.

3. Breast pain after sexual intercourse: This is related to the physiological changes in the breasts during sexual intercourse. A lack of sexual desire or an unharmonious sexual life that does not achieve sexual satisfaction can cause breast congestion and swelling that is difficult to subside, or that subsides incompletely. Continuous congestion can cause breast pain.

4. Excessive breast size: Excessive breast size is sometimes one of the causes of pain. The breasts are fixed to the front of the chest by connective tissue. When the breasts are too large or too heavy, especially the inner side of the breasts, pain will occur as a result of gravity pulling downward for a long time. This can be improved by using a suitable bra to lift the breasts and reduce the impact of gravity. Sometimes an ill-fitting bra can also cause breast pain, especially for patients who experience obvious pain in the rib area below the breast, which is often caused by using a new bra.