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Right breast left top side dull ache. constantly prodding to check for lumps. could the prodding cause the dull ache?causing inflammation maybe?

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Not likely: Looks it is bothering you a lot.....I recommend contact your pcp....be checked out....an Ultrasound can address your concern along with pcp's findings

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 5/29/2015

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