In daily life, many female friends may encounter various problems before their menstrual period. One of the most common causes is breast swelling and pain. Generally speaking, with the end of menstruation, the swelling and pain in the breasts will continue to be relieved. However, some female friends are different, as they may experience swelling and pain after menstruation without relief. So, what about breast swelling and pain after menstruation?
What to do if there is breast swelling and pain after menstruation
1. After menstruation, if the abdomen is still full and the breasts are still swollen and painful, you should pay attention to rest, improve sleep quality, and not be too tired. Taking a hot bath before going to bed every night can help promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, and alleviate pain symptoms. Applying hot towels to the abdomen or breasts can help relieve pain.
2. After menstruation, if the abdomen is still full and the breasts are still swollen and painful, it is important to develop good eating habits. Especially in summer, dietary habits should be mainly light, eat more vegetables, fruits, grains, and miscellaneous grains, and not be picky or biased.
3. After menstruation, if the abdomen is still full and the breasts are still swollen and painful, you should pay attention to massaging more. After meals, it is important to exercise more to promote digestion. Drinking plenty of plain water and honey water, and eating more bananas can help detoxify and nourish the skin, as well as moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements. Pressing the abdomen or breasts back and forth can help promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis.
What are the causes of breast swelling and pain
1. Adolescence. Breast swelling and pain during adolescence are related to hormone levels. It usually occurs between the ages of 9 and 13, and after menarche, the swelling and pain will disappear on their own.
2. Menstrual period is approaching. Many women experience breast swelling, hardening, and tenderness before their menstrual period, and in severe cases, the breasts may become swollen, painful, and uncomfortable when subjected to slight vibrations or collisions. The female breast is a part of the reproductive system and is greatly influenced by estrogen and progesterone. If the endocrine system or ovarian function of the body is disrupted at a certain stage, it will affect the menstrual cycle and breast tissue, resulting in a series of lesions. Therefore, premenstrual breast swelling and pain are important signals of gynecological diseases.
3. Breast hyperplasia. If the breast pain is episodic and often starts or worsens before menstruation, but can be relieved or disappear after menstruation. The pain is bloating or needle like, sometimes extending to the same armpit or shoulder and back, and there is mild to moderate tenderness in the local area, it is considered to be a proliferative disease.
Menstruation is something that every woman experiences every month, and during this period, special attention should be paid. If breast swelling and pain occur, it is important to rest, eat more vegetables and fruits, and avoid spicy foods to avoid significant impact on the body. Meanwhile, if the patient's swelling and pain are not relieved, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to avoid delaying the condition.
