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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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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
Answered 1/8/2016
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