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Are sore nipples a sign of pregnancy?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not diagnostic: but this could occur when pregnant. If you have missed your period - then take a pregnancy test to know. Take care.

Answered 11/15/2014

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