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Severe Breast Pain in One Breast From Falling. Should I Consult a Dr?

mels in saApr 14, 2012
In december 2011 I fell against side of pool and hit my one breast on side, it was extremley painful that it took my breath away. Since then (now april 2012) I have had severe pain on the breast nd it is extremley painful to touch. I think there is a lump on the breast but not certain, should I consult a doctor or leave it?

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