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I noticed liquid comes out of my breast sometimes & am not pregnant or breastfeeding. i ve never had a baby before. what could be the cause?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Galactorrhea: You have galactorrhea which is caused by an overproduction of the hormone prolactin, . It is a harmless condition.

Answered 4/14/2013

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