Question 1

i have just a little nipple discharge when squeezed. could it be dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Normal: It is normal for a woman to be able to express small quantities of clear or white fluid from the breast.  That would be normal.  A discolored or bloody discharge should be evaluated by your physician.

Question 2

how common is normal colored nipple discharge when squeezed really hard?discharge sent to pathology and was normal.

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Let's review: A colored nipple discharge is never normal. You have a right to the pathology report, and to find out whether you actually had duct ectasia. Chances are the report actually said, "no malignant cells seen." have you had a galactogram?

Question 3

i have clear and milky nipple discharge when squeezed both breast is this something i should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Check prolactin.: You have galactorrhea.  This may be a benign condition but you should see a doctor to check your prolactin level, especially if you have any headaches and /or blurred vision.  You could have a prolactin secreting tumor in your pituitary gland in your brain.   Please see your doctor. Good luck.

Question 4

i tend to have nipple discharge, odorless, white liquid turns clear after a few squeezes. happens every 2-3 days ?

Accepted Answer

Prolactin lab needed: You need to have your MD run a prolactin blood test to determine if that hormone is being secreted inappropriately. It will also allow your MD to do a full breast exam as well.

Question 5

i nursed my son til 2 1/2 and stopped nursing a year ago.  if i squeeze them i still have some nipple discharge. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Nipple discharge: This is normal, especially after a protracted period of nursing ("2 1/2 " years). Pockets of previously produced lactation will still contain fluid which when compressed will emit discharge.

Question 6

clear watery nipple discharge when squeeze  don't know if pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Then take a test: Home pregnancy tests are very accurate. They are the same tests used in a doctors office. They can detect a pregnancy 7-10 days after conception. The best time to take one is when you miss your period.  If you doubt the result you can repeat it in 1-2 days. If you were pregnant the hormone level would rise enough for detection.

Question 7

blood from nipple discharge naked to the eye when squeezed is that a breast absess?

Accepted Answer

Need further eval: Bloody nipple discharge can be caused by different factors such as infection, trauma, as well as other condition such as - intraductal papilloma , cancer etc.  Intraductal papilloma  is the most common cause of bloody nipple discharge in women age 20-40. See your doctor and have further evaluation and tests-such as ultrasound , galactogram, mammogram.

Question 8

i am a 31 yo male and have clear nipple discharge from both nipples when squeezed. head mri showed no pituitary problems and nothing abnormal was noted on a breast ultrasound. all bloodwork is normal, but nipple discharge continues. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Nipple discharge: Since both nipples have clear discharge on squeezing, I favor a benign cause and it may be hormone related unless its a side effect of medication. For peace of mind consider consulting an endocrinologist as well as a breast surgeon for evaluation and advice.

Question 9

sticky dark green nipple discharge from right breast only when squeezed hard. can express a drop from two ducts. no smell & no other symptoms. likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: One's primary care doctor can check the area of the chest and breasts to see if there is a problem in that area that is causing one-sided nipple discharge. With age, a person's nipples may change over time. Hormones do play a role, which means nipple symptoms can vary during the menstrual cycle, because hormone levels vary. In her mid-30's, breast cancer is a worry, so a doctor should evaluate.

Question 10

clear sticky spontaneous nipple discharge right breast. small lump on left normal in 2012. all labs normal incl. prolactin. cbe normal now what?

Accepted Answer

Nipple discharge: "galactorrhea" is the production of breast milk. Sometimes women can have nipple discharge that is not milk. A doctor can tell the difference by looking at the fluid under a microscope. Fibrocystic breast disease can cause nipple discharge. But i'd probably see a breast specialist and get a breast ultrasound to rule out some other reason. There's even a test called a "ductogram" that can be done.

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How common is normal colored nipple discharge when squeezed really hard?discharge sent to pathology and was normal.

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I have clear and milky nipple discharge when squeezed both breast is this something i should be worried about?

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I tend to have nipple discharge, odorless, white liquid turns clear after a few squeezes. happens every 2-3 days ?

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I nursed my son til 2 1/2 and stopped nursing a year ago. if i squeeze them i still have some nipple discharge. is this normal?

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Clear watery nipple discharge when squeeze don't know if pregnant?

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Blood from nipple discharge naked to the eye when squeezed is that a breast absess?

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I am a 31 yo male and have clear nipple discharge from both nipples when squeezed. head mri showed no pituitary problems and nothing abnormal was noted on a breast ultrasound. all bloodwork is normal, but nipple discharge continues. what could it be?

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Sticky dark green nipple discharge from right breast only when squeezed hard. can express a drop from two ducts. no smell & no other symptoms. likely cause?

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Clear sticky spontaneous nipple discharge right breast. small lump on left normal in 2012. all labs normal incl. prolactin. cbe normal now what?

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