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Is it possible to get pregnant after a tubal ligation 20 yrs ago im hving white milky discharge,sensitive hard nipples ?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Possible BUT: tubal ligation failure after 20 years would be unusual, and pregnancy at age 43 is really pretty rare. Milky discharge form both breasts? You need to see a doctor and probably have your prolactin (hormone) checked. Good wishes.

Answered 12/5/2014

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