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Q: my mam is 76 and she has a large lump in her breast that is bleeding do u know what it is

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PJ Hamel, Health Guide
8/21/09 3:46pm

Sorry, Sue, I couldn't tell you what it is - only a doctor can do that. Please make sure she sees a doctor ASAP; a bleeding breast lump can be a sign of an abscess or other infection that should be treated without delay. Good luck - PJH

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8/22/09 9:30am

thank u for your answer my mum has to go hospital on friday 28th august her breast also looks bruised where the lump is  thanks

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By sue— Last Modified: 12/24/10, First Published: 08/21/09