Breast pain (mastalgia) is the most common breast related complaint among women; nearly 70% of women experience breast pain at some point Introduction to Breast Cancer | Xray | Imaginis - The Women's Health & Wellness Resource Network

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Breast pain (mastalgia) is the most common breast related complaint among women; nearly 70% of women experience breast pain at some point in their lives. Breast pain may occur in one or both breasts or in the underarm (axilla) region of the body. The severity of breast pain varies from woman to woman; approximately 15% of women require treatment. Though breast pain is not normally associated with breast cancer, women who experience any breast abnormalities, including breast pain, should consult their physicians.

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