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Had a mammogram 4 days ago with normal findings. the plates pinched my nipple and i had discomfort with it during the exam. now, 4 days later my nipple keeps having on and off pain. is this normal?

Q: had a mammogram 4 days ago with normal findings. the plates pinched my nipple and i had discomfort with it during the exam. now, 4 days later my nipple keeps having on and off pain. is this normal?

: Normal will be defined by the mammographer. Discuss with them. Would think not normal.

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Normal will be defined by the mammographer. Discuss with them. Would think not normal.

Answered 3/26/2022

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Your nipple was unusually pinched with the plates, a traumatic nipple pain. It should get better, apply cold compress several times a day if pain bothers you too much, there will be no long term consequence.

Answered 3/26/2022

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A member asked:

Had a mammogram 4 days ago with normal findings. the plates pinched my nipple and i had discomfort with it during the exam. now, 4 days later my nipple keeps having on and off pain. is this normal?

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