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Hello, recent i've been feeling soreness in my breasts when i do breast exams. i think i'm applying to much pressure. could that be it?

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Dr. Angel Arturo Moya Marquez answered

Yes: Yes, that could be the reason of your soreness, specially if you're doing it around your period (menses)

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2019

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A member asked:

Hello, recent i've been feeling soreness in my breasts when i do breast exams. i think i'm applying to much pressure. could that be it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Angel Arturo Moya Marquez answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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