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I noticed i've been growing some sort of "scabs" on my left nipple. i peeled it off, and it was the texture of a blackhead. they grow back eventually!

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

I would recommend: not peeling them off. You're at risk of causing infection by doing that. Please see your doctor or a dermatologist to be properly diagnosed.

Answered 8/27/2018

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A member asked:

I noticed i've been growing some sort of "scabs" on my left nipple. i peeled it off, and it was the texture of a blackhead. they grow back eventually!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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