Introduction Breast tenderness is often one of the first noticeable signs of pregnancy. For some women, it occurs even before they’ve missed their period, while for others, it may appear shortly afterward. The tenderness is typically caused by hormonal changes that prepare the breasts for breastfeeding, and it’s a completely normal part of the pregnancy experience. However, since breast tenderness is a common symptom of both early pregnancy and premenstrual syndrome (PMS), it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between the two. As the body begins to produce more estrogen and progesterone, the breasts undergo various changes that can lead…