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My friend has cracked nipples on both breasts. she is around 20 years old and was always too embarrassed to tell anyone about this. what could she do?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lanolin: She can get lanolin cream to massage her nipples.

Answered 5/3/2013

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A member asked:

My friend has cracked nipples on both breasts. she is around 20 years old and was always too embarrassed to tell anyone about this. what could she do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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