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What to do if i have been referred to a breast specialist. is this necessary?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Breast Specialist: Can't tell you if it is necessary to see the breast specialist if I don't know the nature of the problem. I would suspect that a referral wouldn't be made without an indication. Take care.

Answered 5/7/2015

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