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Hi i have a small bump with black center on my right breast below the areola. it has been there for couple of months and is painless.

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Bump on breast: Sounds like you are describing a "black head" or blocked oil duct that has been exposed to air - turning it black. Sometimes with pressure these can be expressed but if its not bothering you - best leave it alone. Warm compresses may help to dislodge it as well.

Answered 6/7/2016

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