I have these really small bumps on/around my nipples. They almost look like small pimples. And I've had them for about a few years now. Does anyone know what these are? Should I get them checked out by the doctor?
Additional info, added Wednesday May 27 2009, 2:41 pm: They're just like a pimple.. they have white in the center of them. And they are the size of a small pimple, I really can't describe it.
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karenR answered Wednesday May 27 2009, 7:17 am: They are called Montgomery glands, and they are perfectly normal. No need to have them checked by a doctor at all. All women have them. :)
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PunkieFreak4690 answered Wednesday May 27 2009, 7:06 am: Would you be refering to the bumps on your areola? If so, that's normal! Those bumps aid in breastfeeding.
If you are talking about bumps outside your areola, I really couldn't tell you what they could be because you don't give out enough information. What do the bumps look like? How small are they? What color are they? Have they discharged blood or pus? If you want you can be more specific and I will change my answer for you.
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