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What Causes Severe Breast Pain While Having Cancer History?
Woke up with sever sharp pains under both breasts. Pain radiated out to the back and I had no difficulty breathing and heart rate seemed normal. Skin was a bit clammy. 50 year old female with a history of brest cancer resulting in a masectomy and breast recon on the right side. Pain appeared 3to come from behind the breasts but localized in that area. Never had this before.
Thu, 6 Dec 2018
Hello,
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an MRI scan to look for any recurrence.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an MRI scan to look for any recurrence.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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