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I am concerned because for a year and a half now, i've had alump. there is history of breast cancer in my nuclear family. what should i do?

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See your: Doctor , do not neglect , simple examination with mammography ( some times biopsy if needed ) will establish diagnosis , at 37 could be benign , this only your doctor can tell , make the appointment now.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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