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A 29-year-old female asked:

I found a lump on my breast. it hurts, its hard and sore and its a red color. whats the possibility its cancer?

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Dr. Alan Ali
Dr. Alan Alianswered
Psychiatry 34 years experience
Breast: A mammogram & good exam by your ob/gyn can clarify & put your mind at ease.
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Dr. Carlos Encarnacion
Medical Oncology 37 years experience
Not high...: ....At your age except if you have a strong family history. That said, you need to see your family doc or gyn to be examined. Internet consults for things like this are never an alternative to a good exam. Best to you.
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Last updated Jul 13, 2013

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