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Why is my left nipple stinging? never happened before

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Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Watch: closely for any infection. if noe for a few days good hygiene and rest for 2 wks will improve.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/3/2016

2.7k views

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