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What does it mean when your nipples are swollen?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Various causes: There are hundreds of reasons to explain a vague symptoms like swollen nipples. If you think you are pregnant check a home pregnancy test. Weight gain, hormonal fluctuations, sexual stimulation, friction from exercise are just a few of the many causes.

Answered 5/13/2019

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