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I've been feeling pain under my arm and my nipple, not a severe pain. i'm 37. family history of breast cancer (grand mother and mother) should i worry?

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Dr. Ritu Bhambhani answered

Absolutely: With 2 immediate family members with history of breast ca you should definitely get it checked out by MRI instead of just a mammogram.

Answered 10/4/2016

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See your doc: While breast cancer is not a common symptom of breast cancer, you should discuss your concerns with your friendly primary care physician. In addition ask whether genetic testing is appropriate for you.

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/22/2013

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A member asked:

I've been feeling pain under my arm and my nipple, not a severe pain. i'm 37. family history of breast cancer (grand mother and mother) should i worry?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ritu Bhambhani answered

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Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

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