What causes breast tenderness outside of the menstrual cycle?
1. Introduction Breast tenderness outside of the menstrual cycle, known clinically as noncyclical mastalgia, is frequently caused by musculoskeletal strain, ill-fitting supportive garments, medication side effects, or benign fibrocystic tissue changes. Unlike cyclical pain, which predictably rises and falls with monthly hormonal fluctuations, noncyclical tenderness is often continuous, intermittent, or localized to a specific anatomical … Read more