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If men play with their nipples, will they get breast cancer?

7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

No: There is no association between trauma to the nipple and breast cancer.

Answered 9/28/2016

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No: In fact, a man who is used to the normal texture of his breast tissue may notice a lump earlier than one who is not.

Answered 2/12/2012

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Men should be examining their breast eery month like women. Breast cancer while rare in men, does occur.

Dr Harper and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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