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A member asked:

I have several large, red, pimple like bumps on my breasts. they don't hurt but they won't go away. what could they be?

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Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Infection or masses: They could be carbuncles or breast masses. Go and see a dr and have a mammogram.

Answered 2/12/2014

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