male nipples and breasts

My left nipple has been sore for 2 months.  Now that breast area is swollen.  I am concerned about male breast cancer.  What other conditions may be causing this, and what are the symptoms of male breast cancer?  I have abused alcohol, smoke, and drink coffee; I am 44.  My dad has cancer of the esophagus, my maternal grandmother died of kidney cancer, and my maternal grandfather died of cancer.

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Hi,Many things can cause that from a simple infection,to your hormones all screwed up.Most of the times however hormone imbalance would cause both to be sore.I would have it checked to be sure,will make you feel better.Good luck.

[Glenn1933]

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