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I noticed yesterday what looks kind of like a red scratch on my breast. it blanches to skin color when i press on it. doesn't hurt.woul ibc blanch?

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Dr. James Brockenbrough answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

May be: You do not mention what the breast feels like under or around the scratch. You should have it examined to be sure it is just a scratch.

Answered 2/14/2020

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A member asked:

I noticed yesterday what looks kind of like a red scratch on my breast. it blanches to skin color when i press on it. doesn't hurt.woul ibc blanch?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Brockenbrough answered

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