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What Does A Painful Lump In The Left Breast Indicate?

My left breast has been painful for at least a couple weeks. A few days ago I noticed a knot about the size of a nickel. I plan on getting to a Dr next week, but I thought I would try to get a little info before the appointment. Thank you, Sarah F
Sat, 3 Feb 2018
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1. As your age can't be deduced from the history, and also since the symptoms are chronic thus following is my opinion [as I'm unable to examine you directly]:

i. It could be because of an infection, abscess, cyst, so in the best interest, it is wise to consult a gynecologist for a Mammogram [to examine the breast for diagnosis and screening.

PS. As a rule of thumb: after the age of 35 years self-breast examination every month and if one notice any lump, discharge or skin change, it should be reported immediately.

2. Carcinoma of the breast if detected early is completely curable, particularly in postmenopausal women, a breast lump is to be considered malignant [unless proved otherwise] and if it comes normally only thereafter lifestyle changes, alternative medicines, and medications [HRT], can be discussed.
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What Does A Painful Lump In The Left Breast Indicate?

** Thanks for contacting with your health concern 1. As your age can t be deduced from the history, and also since the symptoms are chronic thus following is my opinion [as I m unable to examine you directly]: i. It could be because of an infection, abscess, cyst, so in the best interest, it is wise to consult a gynecologist for a Mammogram [to examine the breast for diagnosis and screening. PS. As a rule of thumb: after the age of 35 years self-breast examination every month and if one notice any lump, discharge or skin change, it should be reported immediately. 2. Carcinoma of the breast if detected early is completely curable, particularly in postmenopausal women, a breast lump is to be considered malignant [unless proved otherwise] and if it comes normally only thereafter lifestyle changes, alternative medicines, and medications [HRT], can be discussed.