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All lab work normal. burning nipple/breast on and off clear sticky spontaneous nipple discharge.not pregnant. normal prolactin. what can this be?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ck with your OB/GYN: Call your ob/gyn and have a breast examination done to rule out inflammation (mastitis) or infection. They can tell you right away what it is after doing the physical examination. You'll have peace of mind as well.

Answered 3/7/2014

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