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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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What Causes Light Colored Areola?

Hello Dr. Rynne, I am a 57 yr. Old female. I started to notice in my early 50 s that the nipples and the areola of my breasts were getting lighter in color. When I look at them now, the color has lightened considerably. What causes this and should I be alarmed? Thank you very much Deborah
Mon, 1 Jun 2020
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Hello,

I suggest you to do an ultrasound of your breast or mammogram. It is important to evaluate your condition.

Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho
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What Causes Light Colored Areola?

Hello, I suggest you to do an ultrasound of your breast or mammogram. It is important to evaluate your condition. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Blerina Pasho