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I have a tiny red swollen lump in one side of my breast....is it dangerous?

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Dr. Carolyn Thompson answered

Probably not: If the area is small, and only involves the skin, it is probably just a pimple. If is remains for more that 2 weeks or gets larger, see your doc.

Answered 8/22/2013

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I have a tiny red swollen lump in one side of my breast....is it dangerous?

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Dr. Carolyn Thompson answered

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