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Had lumpectomy in october and ended radiation end of december. area near scar is firm/hard and breast is still sore. is this normal?

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Yes, likely normal: however be sure to discuss this concern with your doctors, and they may recommend mammogram or MRI to be sure.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 6/25/2019

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