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Is it normal for you nipples to be dark and around your nipples lighter ?

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Dr. Richard Roberts answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Darker Nipples : Nipples become permanently darker after a pregnancy.

Dr Sarela agreed

Answered 3/16/2018

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