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I have a small hole like round scab on my areola right by nipple. red and a little swollen, what is it?

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Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options because this could be lots of different things.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 4/12/2013

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A member asked:

I have a small hole like round scab on my areola right by nipple. red and a little swollen, what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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