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Nipples getting dark during pregnancy, it it permanent? are there any cream or ointment to get them back to normal after pregnancy?

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Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Dark: Nipples are normal most of the pigmentation will fade

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 5/29/2014

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Progesterone : This is usually due to the pregnancy hormone, progesterone. Sometimes it returns to normal after pregnancy. Wait until after you deliver to see how your body reacts and then see a doctor if no improvement. Good health.

Dr Khanna and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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