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A member asked:

I think my nipples have gotten darker,i'm not sexually active and i am 16?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Normal: This is part of normal changes in your body during puberty. Different people have different changes, so don't compare yourself with your friends either.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/12/2016

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Normal: for your nipples and areole to darken as you go through the stages of puberty. No worries.

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/9/2014

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