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Finished breastfeeding 5 months ago, i have one tender breast, feels bruised and lumpy. what could it be?
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See M.D.: Please see your OB and make sure you do not have an inflammatory process in your tender breast. in the meantime, use warm compresses with motions from your chest wall to your nipples.
Answered 4/20/2015
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