Is it normal to experience breast tenderness during ovulation?

In general, whether chest pain during ovulation is normal depends on the severity of the pain, accompanying symptoms, and whether it is cyclical. If there is severe discomfort, prompt medical attention is advised. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If the breast pain during ovulation is mild, only slight discomfort occurs upon touching or pressing the breast, there are no symptoms such as redness, swelling, warmth, or abnormal discharge, and the pain subsides on its own after ovulation, recurring regularly with each menstrual cycle, it is usually due to hormonal fluctuations during ovulation stimulating the breast tissue. This is considered a normal physiological phenomenon.

If the breast pain during ovulation is severe, lasts for a long time, is accompanied by breast redness, swelling, warmth, nipple discharge, or a palpable lump in the breast, and the pain lacks a clear cyclical pattern, it may be caused by conditions such as mastopathy (breast hyperplasia), breast nodules, or mastitis. This is not considered normal and may indicate underlying breast health issues requiring attention.

When breast pain occurs during ovulation, it is important to monitor changes in the pain and any associated symptoms, and to avoid pressing or stimulating the breasts forcefully. Choose loose, comfortable undergarments to reduce pressure on the breasts. If the pain persists, worsens, or is accompanied by abnormal symptoms, timely medical evaluation is necessary to determine the cause. Maintaining emotional stability, avoiding excessive anxiety, keeping a regular sleep schedule, and reducing intake of spicy or stimulating foods can help support breast health.