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A 30-year-old female asked:
Wat does it mean wen ur left nipple itches and do does your left boob but its just that side that itches?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Breast exam: You will need to see a doctor for an exam to know exactly what is going on here. Nipple irritation can be from yeast/fungal infections or something as simple as clothing irritation. The nipple discharge could be milk or or could be a sign of infection. An exam will be the net step
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