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A member asked:

I have a small, painful bump on the outter edge of my nipple. is it a pimple?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Could be: application of topical antibiotics may help. If increased swelling, seek help

Dr Blinski and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/10/2017

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