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Does redness and swelling have to be present to diagnose inflammatory breast cancer...does it present itself a typically like with only skin changes..

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Variable: The presentation, signs and symptoms are variable, like many other disorders. You may wish to consult this site for information on this topic. http://www.cancer.gov/types/breast/ibc-fact-sheet

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Answered 1/8/2016

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A member asked:

Does redness and swelling have to be present to diagnose inflammatory breast cancer...does it present itself a typically like with only skin changes..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Veres and 2 doctors agreed

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