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my 3 month old has became ill with a viral infection. i noticed a lump on her left breast today and do not know if this is normal due to hormones during pregnancy or if i really need to be concerned. could you help me please? i cannot afford to take her to a Dr. unless it is an emergency or for shots. we have no insurance benefits
Dear Sara,
I am sorry but this is not a normal hormonal change. That type of thing is seen on both breasts, and usually within the first fortnight after birth, not at 3 months. I don't know how you should do this, but you do need to see her doctor if the lump is increasing in size, or is itchy, painful, red and inflammed, or if there is fever.
- drtaher
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Dr. Taher Kagalwala
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I come from India, practising since 23 years. Specially interested in infections, asthma, neonatology and parenting. I have authored a book on Parenting.It is called "Child Care: From Birth to Eighteen". It is available all over India. Feel free to contact me on drtaher@gmail.com. I have my professional site at Blogspot. Here, you can read good advice and also seek a professional online consultation for a small fee. Do check out http://drtaherforkids.blogspot.com.
Experience
Qualified Pediatrician practising since 23 years.
Visiting major hospitals such as Saifee Hospital and Masina Hospital in Mumbai, India.
Organizations
Indian Academy of Pediatrics, life member.
Mumbai Branch of the I.A.P., life member.
Genetics Chapter of the I.A.P.
Publications
Indian Pediatrics, Indian Journal of Pediatrics, Toxicology Abstracts.
Education/Credentials
M.D., D.C.H.
Awards and Honors
Gold Medallist in D.C.H., April, 1985
Highest aggregate marks in University of Mumbai, for M.D. ( Pediatrics ), October 1986.
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