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What do i do for lumps near breast and ribs that are painful and making me not eat and feel very tired?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Eval: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination & other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. Once accurately assessed a treatment plan can be developed.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/20/2015

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