Breast - Premenstrual Tenderness and Swelling
Alternate Names : Premenstrual Tenderness and Swelling of the Breasts
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Home Care & Treatment
Self-care may include restricting dietary fat to approximately 25% of total daily calorie intake and eliminating caffeine. Breast self-examination should be performed monthly.
A well-fitting bra should be worn to provide good breast support.
The effectiveness of Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, and herbal preparations such as evening primrose oil are somewhat controversial and should be discussed with your health care provider.
Oral contraceptives may be prescribed because they often decrease symptoms.
Depo-Provera, a long acting injection of medroxyprogesterone acetate often used as a form of contraception, is also available for those who experience premenstrual breast swelling and tenderness. Depo-Provera provides relief for the symptoms by eliminating menstrual periods.
Danazol, a synthetic androgen (male hormone), may be used in severe cases when the potential benefit is thought to outweigh the potential adverse effects.
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