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inflammatory breast cancer versus cellulitis

I have had two "bouts" of what is being considered breast cellulitis.  The second bout was horrible and I spent 5 days in the hospital as I became so ill with high fevers, nausea and headaches.  The rash also spread.  A week after the hospital stay, I am feeling a bit better but my breast is still pink and the surgeon wants to wait three months to do anything - such as a sonogram.  I have also had four - unrelated - mammograms in the past fourteen months as they find something then they don't, then they find something again, then they think the mass in the breast is just scar tissue from a breast reduction i had 6 years ago.  
Do i just wait three months for the sonogram or do i get a second opinion by someone who specializes in breast issues???????
Leslie Turner,
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thanks so much.  appreciate the advice.  
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You certainly have had more than your share of breast problems .... I personally would not hesitate to get a second opinion from a Breast Specialist and I wouldn't wait any longer than necessary. This doesn't mean that you shouldn't proceed with your present Dr.s plan but in the meantime get that second opinion !! Regards ...
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