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itchy breast

lady21
09/09/09
lady21
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im 21 and recently my right nipple got very itchy..is it that i'm getting breast cancer like eg: paget's disease?

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Wednesday, September 09, 2009

Hi - At your age, the chance of having breast cancer is infinitesimal, so this itchiness is probably another issue - an allergy, a nerve issue, a skin issue.... Please read our post on nipple issues for more informaiton about whether/when you should see a doctor about this, OK? Good luck - PJH

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