Calhoun, GA
A 22-year-old female asked:
I am having milk leak from my breasts and i am not pregnant. my daughter is four years old and i have had milk leak still over the past four years .
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Dr. Elton Behneranswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Consult with your: PCP, GYN, or Endocrinologist. Possible hormonal imbalances.
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