im really concerned about a boil on my breast...it was full of puss and blood i had it drained and it looked to be all cleared up now....2 months later its starting to flare up little by little is this a sign of cancer
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Q: hey im really concerned about a boil on my breast...
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11/21/09 8:25pm
Hi - Boils that clear up with treatment and antibiotics, and then months later flare up again, wouldn't be considered a sign of cancer. Some people are particularly prone to boils, though; I'd see my GP about this, ask what can be done to prevent more from appearing. And if the boil ever turns into something more serious - if your breast seems infected (red, swollen, painful, hot, itchy), then best see a doctor ASAP, OK? Good luck - PJH
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