A 38-year-old male asked:

I am a 38 year old man and my chest nipples are always sore from time to time and hurts when i put on a t shirt. can you explain the cause, ?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwuanswered

Internal Medicine 32 years experience

Need evaluation: Do you have gynecomastia? You need evaluation to rule out infection or irritation.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler commented

Psychiatry 27 years experience

Agree w Dr. Anyanwu. Are your nipples dry or sensitive? Friction against tee shirt could cause pain if that was the case.

Aug 9, 2013

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