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What Causes Breasts Soreness And Nipples Tenderness While Having Mirena?

Hi my name is Orianne, I am 41 years of age, the past 3 weeks my both breasts have been extremely sore, my nipples are very tender and hard most of the time and my breasts feel very heavy, I had the mirana coil inserted just over 5 years ago so I don t get a period. Thank you Orianne.
Mon, 16 Feb 2015
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Welcome,
Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. Yes, nipple tenderness is a definite side effect of Mirena use. As long as you do not have any discharge from the nipple, pain or lump, do not worry. Nipple tenderness is very common during certain phases of the menstrual cycle, due to hormones, and quite common with Mirena too. Also, it could be seasonal, as cold weather exacerbates nipple sensitivity. A synthetic bra ( spandex or nylon ) or under wired bra could further worsen this. Probably vigorous stimulation / pinching while masturbating / intercourse could lead to such tenderness. As I said, there is no cause for concern, as it is commonly reported with Mirena. Try taking Vitamin E
and evening Primrose oil supplements for 2 - 3 months, that should provide you with relief. Please feel free to discuss further.
Take care.
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What Causes Breasts Soreness And Nipples Tenderness While Having Mirena?

Welcome, Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. Yes, nipple tenderness is a definite side effect of Mirena use. As long as you do not have any discharge from the nipple, pain or lump, do not worry. Nipple tenderness is very common during certain phases of the menstrual cycle, due to hormones, and quite common with Mirena too. Also, it could be seasonal, as cold weather exacerbates nipple sensitivity. A synthetic bra ( spandex or nylon ) or under wired bra could further worsen this. Probably vigorous stimulation / pinching while masturbating / intercourse could lead to such tenderness. As I said, there is no cause for concern, as it is commonly reported with Mirena. Try taking Vitamin E and evening Primrose oil supplements for 2 - 3 months, that should provide you with relief. Please feel free to discuss further. Take care.