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Right nipple is more puffy and inverted than the left and recently there is some thick white discharge. is this normal or is there something serious i should investigate?

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Nipple discharge: Elevated prolactin levels can cause a nipple discharge, and can be caused by a prolactinoma, or as a side effect of some medications. Make sure to do a pregnancy test at home as well. Also, be cautious there is no infection in the breast (mastitis). Please consult with a doctor.

Answered 7/25/2016

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