A member asked:

I have a white spot on the tip of each nipple, visible when nipples get hard. wondering what they were. they look like pimples with a white head. not pregnant or breastfeeding. no pain, no discharge? dr did a breast exam last week said all normal?

Q: i have a white spot on the tip of each nipple, visible when nipples get hard. wondering what they were. they look like pimples with a white head. not pregnant or breastfeeding. no pain, no discharge? dr did a breast exam last week said all normal?

: The only way to have this diagnosed is to be examined by a doctor. A dermatologist may be a good doctor to see to have this evaluated and then treated, if needed. So, see a dermatologist for an evaluation. Good luck!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

The only way to have this diagnosed is to be examined by a doctor. A dermatologist may be a good doctor to see to have this evaluated and then treated, if needed. So, see a dermatologist for an evaluation. Good luck!

Answered 6/16/2023

0 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I have a white spot on the tip of each nipple, visible when nipples get hard. wondering what they were. they look like pimples with a white head. not pregnant or breastfeeding. no pain, no discharge? dr did a breast exam last week said all normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have 1 breast larger that the other. They are both painful to squeeze a little. I also have pimples on my nipples that discharge but never go away?

A member asked:

I have dry skin in my neck and chest and my breast are sore to the touch my discharge is different am i pregnant ?

A member asked:

Right breast is a lot larger and itchy, I get pain below it. I have this hard white spot near my nipple that isn't squeezable. Occasional discharge?

A member asked:

I have a pimple looking bump on my right breast near nipple. There was a piece of hair there but removed it but bump is still there & hurts to touch. I dont see hair now. Does this warrant a doc visit or just wait & watch?

A member asked:

I am a breastfeeding mom I got a rash on my breast around the nipple area. Red flakey/scaley blotches on skin as well as bright pink nipple.

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

41 f did breast exam on self. squeezed nipple and a 3 spots of fluid came out. re squeezed and pimple like yellow discharge came out. scared help. this breast has fibroadenona and was biopsied 3 years ago. no other problems. what do I do? multi duct

I have really bad acne scars on my NECK and chest area from when i was pregnant, it looks really horrible, please advise what i can use to clear these dark spots? My chest is worse.. im currently breastfeeding. Is Topiclear cream advisable?

I stopped breastfeeding 3 yrs ago but have discovered White discharge from nipples that looks like stuff from pimples. Normal? No other symptoms

I have a 2 year old that I breast feed for 6 months and I had a D&E at 14.5 weeks 2 month ago. I noticed that my nipple will leak a small amount of light yellow discharge from 2 ducts when squeezed on one side. Concerning?

Pain in the right breast and armpit only like prickly no lump or discharge pimples on nipple went to doctor and said its nothing serious but worried?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?