Question:-I am post menopausal and have had very sore breasts for almost 10 weeks now. I am not pregnant and have also had 2 episodes of post menopausal bleeds in the last 3 years (over 12 months apart).

Reply:-Breast discomfort during or after the menopause is partly due still to fluctuating hormones, many women experience abnormal amounts of sensitivity, along with occasional bleeds

Diet plays an important part, keeping a good body balance is essential

Low levels of essential fatty acids (good fats) and high levels of saturated fat (bad fats) appears to exaggerate the effects of female hormones on breast tissue

Self help

Wear a well fitting bra, even at night if required

Daily supply of omega oils

Evening primrose oil

Regular (monthly) self breast examination, be aware of your body and changes

Mammogram, see your GP to arrange, if not already in the system