Breast tenderness before menstruation is caused by changes in hormone levels, while certain foods like animal fats and caffeine can also contribute. Over-the-counter medications are recommended, but severe or one-sided pain should be checked for breast cancer. All women who have experienced breast tenderness before a period understand how painful this condition can be. Typically, […]
Costovertebral angle tenderness is pain and tenderness in the lower back near the spine, often checked by patting patients on the back. It can indicate diseases such as pyelonephritis, kidney stones, or perinephric abscesses. It is important to distinguish between pyelonephritis and urinary tract infections as the former requires more aggressive treatment. Costovertebral angle tenderness […]
