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If i have pain in my left breast armpit and around to my shoulder blade. could it be breast cancer?

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Probably not: Would need to see a doctor for an examination, but pain is not a common symptom of breast cancer. Painless firm breast mass is more common. Breast and axillary pain can be from inflammation or muscle pains. See a doctor for an examination.

Answered 1/11/2020

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Unlikely: Pain in and around the breast is not a common symptom of breast cancer. Most breast cancers present as a painless lump. Pain is typically a late symptom of cancer in general including breast cancer. If you are concernd check yourself for any lumps in the breast or go see your family doctor. Give your young age the odds of breast cancer right now would be low in your case.

Answered 8/18/2018

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Dr. Kenneth Lee answered

Specializes in Surgery - Plastics

Unlikely : In general.. No.. Breast cancer is typically a painless palpable lump or it's a mammographical painless finding. Inflammatory breast cancer is an aggressive variant that can be painful as it involves the skin. Advanced cancer that has grown into the skin or chest wall can also be painful. See your physician for a good history and physical. A mammogram or ultrasound could be indicated.

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