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I have a small group of red pinprick dots on my breast. my father has genetic breast cancer. should i be worried?

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Breast skin rash?: Given the family history of breast cancer, it would be wise to schedule a consultation with your provider to perform a breast exam and mammogram if indicated, but, usually, what you describe is likely to be a skin "rash" ( dermatitis) and not indicative of any underlying abnormality.

Answered 8/3/2020

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