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I am 17 and was wondering about my breasts. on women i see that that they have areolas and i don"t. am i supposed to have them?

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

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Varies: Size and the degree of pigmentation of the areola shows great individual and ethnic variations. I wouldn't want you to be concerned. You certainly have areolas but they may be relatively inapparent.

Answered 8/10/2019

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A member asked:

I am 17 and was wondering about my breasts. on women i see that that they have areolas and i don"t. am i supposed to have them?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

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