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How long will i need to recover from an excisional biopsy of the breast?
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Less than 1 week.: Surgical removal of a breast lump is an out-patient procedure that can usually be done under twilight anesthesia. Most people don't require narcotic pain medication and can return to normal activities within one week.
Answered 10/5/2012
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Quickly: Usually skin healed in two weeks some tenderness for a month or so depends on size of mass, bleeding, size of breast etc.
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