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A year ago started having left breast pain, nipple retraction and heaviness sensation;had 3 ultrasounds which came normal over the year.what can it be?

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Dr. Christina Adberg answered

Breast specialist: Have you seen a qualified breast surgeon? New nipple retraction isn't normal. If an ultrasound can't find the problem, perhaps you need a breast mri? But an breast surgeon would be able to tell you what you need.

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

A year ago started having left breast pain, nipple retraction and heaviness sensation;had 3 ultrasounds which came normal over the year.what can it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christina Adberg answered

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

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