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Does breast pain and swelling as well as firmness indicate breast cancer, it is extremely painful?
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Need to examine: What you described is suggestive of infection rather than cancer. It would be prudent to see a doctor as you may require prescription antibiotics. Wish you good health!
Answered 3/16/2021
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Symptoms: Breast pain and swelling are rather non specific and can be seen on a variety of conditions, including cancer. Severe pain suggests an acute inflammatory process, an infection most commonly, and an exam with your GP is needed in order to address it timely.
Answered 3/16/2021
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