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A member asked:

My mom at the moment feels like her nipple/areola is burning. she also showed me that there are 2 little lumps. what does she have?

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Probably benign: As. Principle any breast lump or swelling should be examined by a physician. If irbid of concern to your mom the it is worth seeing her PCP

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 2/23/2015

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