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A 38-year-old female asked:
Is this a sign of breast cancer? burning sensation on left breast on the outside. just started today. had a mammogram a year ago on both breasts for unrelated issue in right breast both breasts were clear. what could it be ?
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Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Your breast symptom is rather nonspecific. Any tenderness? Any lumps? Any discoloration? If symptom persists, for peace of mind, get a breast exam by your physician, gynecologist or a breast surgeon.
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Answered Jul 15, 2021
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