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I'm nursing and i notice that i have little ball feeling things near both nipples. there are a few near each nipple. can this be normal? papillomas?
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Clogged milk ducts: Most likely, these are intermittently clogged milk ducts. They are nothing to worry about and usually go away on their own. If you do get any redness or inflammation, you should see your obstetrician.
Answered 12/20/2014
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