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A member asked:

I have a tender small lump in my right breast. can it be aninfection or is it possible that it might be cancer?

9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Could be either: The lesion needs to be examined and if needed a biopsy, either open or needle biopsy may be needed. You may get away with a fine needle aspirate if that provides the diagnosis.

Dr Klauber and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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Ca 1st consideration: All breast lumps should be considered cancer until proved otherwise.

Dr Brown and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/29/2012

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Dr. Michael Korona answered

Specializes in Radiology - Interventional

Get checked: Need exam, mammogram, and ultrasound.

Answered 10/4/2016

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