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30 years old, implants and rash

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I am 30 years old and for 6 weeks I have had scaling/rash/scabs on my breast. I’m not sure if I could upload a photo as I have only just joined this. I am extra concerned as I have breast implants. I have tried various creams but the dry flakiness has spead to my nipple and has been gradually spreading over the past few weeks. The lesions are also raised and red. Has anyone had something similar? I have googled this (we’re all guilty, plus lack of access to health care and pressure on the NHS) it points to inflammatory breast cancer? 

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    Hi Carls,

    A very warm welcome to our forum,

    I am sorry to hear about your concerns and would suggest that you contact your GP to check this out. I know that there are pressures on the NHS, but they will usually see any breast problems quite quickly. It may be nothing significant, but for your own peace of mind, you are better to make sure.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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    Hi Carls 

    did you get to the bottom of what this was ? 
    I have had a double mastectomy with implant reconstruction.  I’m 5 weeks post surgery and have just developed a rash on both breasts.  My BCN was clear it did not relate to infection and wonders if it is an allergic reaction to something.   Been looking to see if anyone else has experienced this 

    NGS 

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