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I had a breast biopsy last year in november. my left breast has swollen a lot to a size d. i don't know what to do. i'm holding off for surgery ?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Difficult to answer: with specificity without more details. What kind of breast biopsy(i.e. needle biopsy vs. surgical), what was the biopsy performed for, and what were the results? In any case, if you are experiencing a new symptom or physical finding, see your doctor for an evaluation.

Answered 4/2/2015

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A member asked:

I had a breast biopsy last year in november. my left breast has swollen a lot to a size d. i don't know what to do. i'm holding off for surgery ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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