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I am getting pains right underneath my right breast. it comes and goes, and that area is tender to touch, almost as if it is bruised, but no bruises.?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

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Pain under breast: In your age, consider costochondritis. But make sure nothing more serious is the culprit.

Answered 12/3/2012

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A member asked:

I am getting pains right underneath my right breast. it comes and goes, and that area is tender to touch, almost as if it is bruised, but no bruises.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

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