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My nipples invert, itch, and hurt almost always. there is white discharge. my breasts also hurt almost always. not allergies, not dry. what could it be?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Nipples: inverted nipples associated with each and discharge would be suspicious for a fungal infection. Discharge could be some type of a hormonal problem involving either your prolactin or thyroid.

Answered 11/26/2019

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A member asked:

My nipples invert, itch, and hurt almost always. there is white discharge. my breasts also hurt almost always. not allergies, not dry. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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