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Breast tenderness has surpassed. the hard mass is still here. if it were a blocked or infected duct would i have other symptoms? no fever, i feel fine

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Needs Evaluation : at age 43 if you feel a hard breast mass it is imperative that you be evaluated by an exam and mostly likely a mammogram or sonogram. While most breast masses are benign cancer must be ruled out first

Answered 1/29/2015

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