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I have a red-ish discoloration that is tender coming off my right nipple and a line coming off the roundish bruise like discoloration.
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Possible infection: You didn't provide much detail to know for sure, but it could be an infection. See your doctor to fully evaluate and treat. The ducts, glands, and hair follicles around the nipple can become infected.
Answered 1/12/2015
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