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Q: Itchy Patches

I have two dry itchy patches on both breast, and my nipples are itchy as well, I've had an increase in breast size from weight gain is this the reason, or can it be something to worry about

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11/11/09 5:44pm

Hi Tina - Itchiness in both breasts, while annoying, would almost certainly not be a breast cancer symptom. Breast cancer very seldom presents symptoms in both breasts at once. Ditto the weight gain - if both breasts are larger, this is probably due to weight gain. Please read our post on nipple issues; it will give you the information you need to decide whether/when to see a doctor about this. Good luck - I hope it abates soon. PJH

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