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A member asked:

I have been having a sharp pain in my left breast by my nipple on and off for two days. what could be the cause of this? i'm on my period too.

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Dr. Geoffrey Tyson answered

See doctor if lasts: See your doctor if it persists. Wouldn't be too worried after only 2 days.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 3/31/2013

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