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I am 29. not pragnent. i felt a white patch on my left nipple last month. and today i feel like there is wider lighter circle around nipple on areola.

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Dr. William Harris answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ringworm: If this discolored area is itchy, first try an antifungal like lotrimin or lamisil twice daily.

Answered 9/3/2017

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