Symptoms
The symptoms of breast cancer include unusual lumps in the breasts, swelling in the armpits, itchy nipples, stubborn rashes or painful breasts. However, all of these symptoms can also be the sign of nothing serious. In fact, most of the time breast issues like these are not a sign of cancer. Nevertheless, it is important to track any changes and based on the exact nature of the symptoms decide when it is okay to wait and when you should see a doctor.
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That uncomfortable burning sensation you feel just before your period. The soreness and tenderness that seems to come out of nowhere, sometimes so bad you can’t even stand to put on your bra. A sharp, stabbing pain that happens several random times a day.A source of pride as young women, sustenance for our babies, always part of our sexual…
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PJ Hamel, Health Guide, answered Strange, My left breast "vibrates"… June, browse through this thread - there are lots of suppositions, but no…
PJ Hamel, Health Guide, answered small, red itchy bumps along the sides… Thanks so much for your feedback here - it's always good to hear from…
PJ Hamel, Health Guide, answered I have pain in my left side, chest,… Hi - since this thread started awhile ago, you might try clicking on MzD's…
PJ Hamel, Health Guide, answered Axillary swelling and hard lump in… Hi - We're not doctors, simply breast cancer survivors, so I can't diagnose…
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