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Ive been having a pain on my left breast close to the armpit .what could be the cause ?its been a week now and its getting worse ?

Q: ive been having a pain on my left breast close to the armpit .what could be the cause ?its been a week now and its getting worse ?

: Persistent pain for one week and symptom is worsening necessitates a thorough physical examination. You need to see a doctor as soon as possible. In the mean time, you can apply warm compress + taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Persistent pain for one week and symptom is worsening necessitates a thorough physical examination. You need to see a doctor as soon as possible. In the mean time, you can apply warm compress + taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain.

Answered 9/19/2022

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Ive been having a pain on my left breast close to the armpit .what could be the cause ?its been a week now and its getting worse ?

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