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My nipples seem to be slightly damp when i take my bra off just after a normal day is this ok area around them also seem damp

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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Damp breast w/bra: if you are in the northern hemisphere it is summer so the heat could be causing sweating. Also what is the bra made of in summer try to wear cotton spots bra as nylon/ polyester does not breathe and will promote sweating f/u w/doc

Answered 8/6/2015

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A member asked:

My nipples seem to be slightly damp when i take my bra off just after a normal day is this ok area around them also seem damp

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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