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Without going to the doctor; how can a person determine if she has breast cancer?

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Dr. Carlos Encarnacion answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

When it's too late: By the time you know for sure, the cancer is likely going to be too advanced and it will be too late. Don't do that please.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 11/2/2015

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