My right breast I had a tiny red dot.next morning it turned a brownish purple color and is 3 times it's size.My breast is swollen and itching and is feverish.What can this be?
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Q: I have a brownish purple spot that is red ,feverish and swollen..Please help.
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8/30/09 9:48am
Hi Ruth - This could be a simple infection, or an early symptom of a rare type of cancer, inflammatory breast cancer. Please see a doctor ASAP to find out what it is, and get it treated. Good luck - PJH
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