Is A Pimple Like Thing Near The Breast A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Sat, 30 Apr 2016

Question: I have a what looks like a pimple on my breast near my nipple. It is not raised. Should I be concerned?

Answered by Dr. Vasudha (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
PLease don't worry.It's a normal anatomy.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Maryellenwalter,
Thank you for the query under Health care magic platform.
* The Pimple like thing near your breast ( actually at the border of dark/ pinkish circle around your nipple Or Areola)) is mostly a normal anatomical feature in breast. It is called XXXXXXX gland They are skin glands of areolar skin. It is supposed to secrete lubricating liquid for nipple.
XXXXXXX glands are usually unnoticeable or can stand out as small tubercles around margin of areola of breast.They are mostly not painful, unless infected.
They are marked out in pregnancy& is known to facilitate breast feeding.
* So, you need not worry, it's normal.
please do not try to squeeze it.. that may cause trauma & infection

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