Common Causes of Burning in the Breast

By Dr. Kathleen Ruddy

Burning breast pain can be felt in one or both breasts. The breast includes complex system of glandular tissues, blood vessels, lymph nodes as well as connective nerves and tissues. Some of the primary causes of burning breast pains are damaged breast tissue and pinched or irritated nerves. While 90 percent of breast pain is not associated with cancer, it is recommended to consult the case to a physician to erase any suspicion and to have a thorough evaluation.

Fatty Acid

What we eat affects not only our stomach but the whole body as well. Burning sensation can be well attributed to dairy products. It may be due to how the body breaks down the fats or the animal’s hormone. Due to these reasons, fatty acid imbalance influences the sensitivity of breast tissues.

Stress

Stress, in any form, does not have good effect on the body. Emotions, immune system, and hormone directly affect each other. Because everyone has a different level of stress tolerance and stressors, the burning sensation will also vary in its manifestation.

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Breast pain disappears after several weeks or month, but if you cannot tolerate the pain anymore, pain relievers are available over the counter to deal with the pain. Sometimes, a simple brassiere can be the culprit. Using an appropriately sized bra will help support the breast, because there are days when it is sensitive. Excessive fat consumption, salty foods, caffeine and alcohol intake can also lead to this condition. Do various relaxation treatments to control the nervousness of being in breast pain. If the burning persists, consulting a physician will help alleviate the problem and trace down its cause.

Nerve Pressure

This non-cyclic pain is due to a pinched nerve from the cervical or back area. Muscoskelatal history like arthritis, back injury, or osteoporosis is linked to breast pain.

Medication Used

Hormone replacement therapy and birth control pills also causes breast pain due to the hormones included in them. The pills’ hormones can contribute to the body’s own hormone production, which can cause an imbalance.

Reproductive Hormones

Breast pain for women is largely related to monthly menstrual cycle. Some women produce little or too much estrogen while others have low progesterone level. This hormonal flux causes throbbing pains, which is termed as cyclical breast pain. This is not related to breast cancer and frequently diminishes on menopausal period. To ease the pain, sufferers can purchase over the counter medicines like ibuprofen, gel pain relievers, or paracetamol.

Burning breast pains that causes momentary twinge should not be ignored. The throbbing ache might be a symptom of a serious illness. It is best to consult a doctor to know the underlying condition and to seek proper prevention steps. Aside from physical examination, patients can also undergo a series of tests to ensure that the burning sensation is not associated with any form of serious cases or sickness. Remember that disregarding it can lead to serious complications and higher health risks.

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