Can a tight bra cause damage to breasts

Dr.Taruna Dua, 3 mins read

Wearing tight bras is common for most women. Doing so occasionally is okay. However, when you do so on a regular basis, it is something you need to be worried about. Sounds absurd, right? But that’s true.

Though wearing tight bras complements some of your favourite dresses, they can also cause side effects. This is one challenge. Another challenge is that many women don’t even realise or are not aware of these side effects. So, this has become much more important to be aware of the importance of choosing the right bra.

Skin irritation and itching

Do you find yourself frequently adjusting your bra straps or band? If so, you might be wearing a tight or uncomfortable bra. It can put you in a situation where you want to get home soon to get rid of that bra.

Such bras cause itching around the breasts, making you scratch often. Continuous scratching can damage soft and tender skin around the breasts. This is nothing less than a nightmare.

Body marks

Tight or small bras dig into the skin and cause discomfort. Over time, they can also leave unwanted marks on the body, especially on the breast line, back, and shoulders. These marks can darken with time, making it hard for you to get rid of them.

Pain and poor blood circulation

You might now be thinking how much a tight bra can affect you. But this is a fact. A bra that fits too tightly or digs into the skin is more likely to cause pain around the neck and shoulder. If this pain is overlooked for a long time, it can turn into shoulder pain, neck pain or stiffness, cervical pain, backache, and even headache.

Some also experience poor blood circulation, especially around these vulnerable areas. There are also some reports showing that wearing tight bras for long periods can affect your sleep as well.

Unsightly spillage

When the bra is too tight or the bra cup is too small, there is a chance of breasts being pushed out from the sides or the top. In addition, a too small cup size can affect the natural shape of the breast.

Takeaway!

Wearing a tight bra regularly is something you should avoid. Always go with a comfortable and proper size bra. And in case you experience any problem in your breast area, always consult a doctor to know the underlying cause.