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Breast Pain Home Care
Home care for breast pain depends upon the cause.

Home care for breast pain may include:
  • Apply a cold compress:
    • Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
    • Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours.
  • Apply warm compresses for pain without injury:
    • Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours.
  • Women who are breast-feeding should continue to feed.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
  • Acetaminophen for pain Images
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Last Updated: Apr 4, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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