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For the past couple of months, my breasts have become extremely painful. This normally happens about two weeks before my period. I wear a size 32E bra and I feel like I have two melons about to burst. I'm 50 years old, and I have a mirena coil which was replaced in May 2013, however I still bleed monthly. I had the mirena because my periods were very heavy and painful, resulting in a very low iron store. Is this breast pain due to the approach of the menopause? I didn't have it when I had the previous mirena. I don't have any other symptoms, although I have not been sleeping very well recently. I often wake up very early in the morning and can't get back to sleep. Can you help me?
Pain, or discomfort, in the breasts is actually a very common symptom as the menopause approaches, and it is often caused by hormonal changes.
You may find a kelp supplement helpful for this, but also make sure that you are drinking plenty of water as dehydration can make symptoms worse.
Some women also find that a cup or two of nettle tea a day can help as well.
However, it is always a good idea to get any breast changes checked out by your doctor as well.
Eileen Durward
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