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Breast biopsy march 15 (benign) underarms were ultrasound and armpits were unremarkable. today slight burn and pain in armpits. any chance of breast cancer ?

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The biopsy would have detected a small or even a large growth. The ultrasound a visual of any size tumor. Don't worry and see your PCP if symptoms continue.

Answered 5/17/2023

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A member asked:

Breast biopsy march 15 (benign) underarms were ultrasound and armpits were unremarkable. today slight burn and pain in armpits. any chance of breast cancer ?

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