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I was feeling my boobs recently and i felt a lump one just the left one. it kinda hurt/ it's sore could it be cancer?

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Dr. Joshua Garren answered

Yes, but not likely.: Breast tumors can often present exactly that way, especially in young women who do not get routine mammograms. On the other hand, women who are menstruating often have tender lumps that come and go with the menstrual cycle. If your lump has persisted more than a month, i would definitely show it to an expert.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 4/1/2015

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A member asked:

I was feeling my boobs recently and i felt a lump one just the left one. it kinda hurt/ it's sore could it be cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joshua Garren answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

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