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2016-10-15 12:18:20
I have 3 beningn lumps in my breast.. Last few years I have undergone a regular scanning..it has increased a mm. Will it lead to breast cancer soon..?
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Mostly not. Benign lumps do not turn into cancer. If it is bigger than 5 cm or u feel it's ugly u should plan for removal. By mentioning that you have regular scan I believe it is mammogram. But be in regular follow up with a surgical oncologists if you plan follow up

Answered2016-10-16 03:30:06

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