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Soreness in breast 3yrs post op. It's this normal?

Crystal2287Mar 5, 2020
I'm 3 yrs post op. In the last year I've experienced extremely soreness in my breast, usually about 2-3 weeks before my menstrual cycle to a point where I can't stand to even touch them. Is this normal or should I seek a second opinion?

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Dr. Jeffrey C. Hamm, MD - Account Suspended
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Answered on Mar 9, 2020
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