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Q: i have a tennis ball size lump in my right breast i have had it for a bout 7 months i had a baby about a year ago but its getting worse its very sore and its getting bigger i don't have insurance
Even without insurance, you need to see a doctor about this. It sounds like you might have a large and painful cyst; and, any breast lump that doesn't disappear after 1 month needs to be checked. Call your local hospital, and ask to speak to the social workers. They should be able to tell you about a lower-cost walk-in clinic in your community, or about payment plans for patients without insurance. A doctor's appointment is expensive... but a serious illness or condition, something that's gone on much longer than it should have, is more expensive. So call the hospital tomorrow, OK? Take care- PJH
Have you checked with the doctor who delivered your baby? That might be a good place to start since that doctor will have all your medical records. Talk to the doctor's billing office about a payment plan for the office visit. Most communities also have free or reduced-cost health clinics where you can get help. Only a doctor can diagnose this problem, so please do not delay getting treatment.
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