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Small, bruise like purple spot on part of my left nipple. not painful, has been there for months with no change. still waiting on derm appointment. what could this be? could it have come due to breast size increase on bc?

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Dr. Alexandre Furman answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Unlikely: Would suspect a new nevus. You still at the age when those could pop up. See ur Derm for close look and maybe a biopsy.

Answered 8/10/2016

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A member asked:

Small, bruise like purple spot on part of my left nipple. not painful, has been there for months with no change. still waiting on derm appointment. what could this be? could it have come due to breast size increase on bc?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alexandre Furman answered

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