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Sharp pain in left nipple, comes & goes continuously.nipple tip is white at times.at times a dull pain too.nursing mum.nipple always erect & sensitive?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Lanolin: Many breastfeeding women find relief with lanolin cream. It helps with nipple sensitivity while you are breastfeeding.

Answered 2/26/2013

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