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The nipples may become sore or inflamed for many reasons. Some women experience nipple problems while breastfeeding. Some cancers of the breast affect the nipples. Sometimes, a nipple discharge can signal a health problem. Treatments are available for each of these conditions. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how nipple problems arise, symptoms of these problems, how to treat them, and much more.

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