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I am 32 & stopped breastfeeding 5 months ago. i have had a breakout on the side of my breast for about two months. i have popped it twice but it keeps coming back or its still a semi-hard bump that seems to just be slightly under the skin. concern?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. What you described suggests a low grade infection. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Answered 2/15/2021

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A member asked:

I am 32 & stopped breastfeeding 5 months ago. i have had a breakout on the side of my breast for about two months. i have popped it twice but it keeps coming back or its still a semi-hard bump that seems to just be slightly under the skin. concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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