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My left breast in past 8 weeks has been coming up with sore red lumps, sometimes spots othertimes really sore lumps, different sizes. what could it be?

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Breast pain ; lumps: Breast changes need to be evaluated by a doctor. I cannot tell what you may have without a physical exam. Possibilities range from simple skin infection to breast cysts or even tumors. Please see a doctor for an exam.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2013

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