what causes breast tenderness before period?
The main reason behind tender breasts before period is the hormonal imbalance. The hormones involved are reproductive hormones, estrogen and progesterone. During the menstrual cycle, the levels of these two hormones keep fluctuating. Sore breasts and nipples are among the most common symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome. They mainly occur due to excessive water retention after ovulation. Accumulation of water in the breast tissues results in stretching of the skin. This, in turn, puts the other unstretched tissues under tension. It accounts for breast tenderness before period. Secondly, the levels of estrogen may rise abnormally during peri-menopause in some women. The condition is known as estrogen dominance. The breasts become so tender and sore that one cannot stand even a slight touch. If you are a middle aged woman, onset of peri-menopause can be one of the possible causes for breast tenderness in your case. Having beverages like coffee and colas can aggravate tenderness in breast.
