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Sharp pain inside my lower breast like on my rib cage. feels like a needle and i can't stand when it happens. same spot every time over a year. help..

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Yes, abnormal: If you have persistent unilateral breast pain, then you need to go in for a breast exam.

Answered 4/17/2015

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