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A member asked:

I have a mole at the side of my left nipple. its kinda painful especially when my period is about to come and its more sensitive. should i worry?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: This "mole" is another nipple and it is responding to the hormonal changes with menses. An extra nipple is common and nothing to worry about.

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/3/2014

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