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Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Alice asks

Q: I have developed itching inside my right breast. I had breast surgery 5 years ago for DCIS.

Should I be concerned?

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5/15/08 8:51pm

Hi Alice: Although itching isn't a symptom of ductal carcinoma, you might still want to get it checked out. Itching deep inside your breast can be an early sign of inflammatory breast cancer, which is very rare, but a possibility. So, just to set your mind at rest, you might want to make an appointment with your doctor. Good luck- PJH

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