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Infection in left breast, huge knot, very painful only getting worse, been to doctor for this in the past also having bad headaches what should i do?

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Dr. Warren Everett answered

See doctor: it sounds like an infection and you need antibiotics. You can also get something to take for the headache from the doctor. In the meantime take som naprosyn, tylenol, (acetaminophen) or motrin for the headache.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Infection in left breast, huge knot, very painful only getting worse, been to doctor for this in the past also having bad headaches what should i do?

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Dr. Warren Everett answered

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