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I have an infection on my right nipple. there is a painful reddish white bump on my nipple, with increased wbc's. does it indicate my immunity is low?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably not: This sort of problem usually does not indicate impaired immunity.

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have an infection on my right nipple. there is a painful reddish white bump on my nipple, with increased wbc's. does it indicate my immunity is low?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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