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Redness around a side of areola of my left breast only, it hurts a little when pressing at it. it is a bit warm. i'm 19. what could this be?

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Dr. Ann Agnew answered

See a doctor: This could be an inflammation of the skin of the breast or mastitis. You need to be seen by a doctor to get it checked out

Dr Maplethorpe agreed

Answered 3/31/2019

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A member asked:

Redness around a side of areola of my left breast only, it hurts a little when pressing at it. it is a bit warm. i'm 19. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ann Agnew answered

Dr Maplethorpe agreed

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