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My right nipple is extremely sore and constantly hard what could be causing this?

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Dr. Terri Washington answered

A few things: You should see your primary doctor or ob-gyn right away. This could be hormonal or a sign of infection or a mass which needs to be evaulated.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

My right nipple is extremely sore and constantly hard what could be causing this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Terri Washington answered

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