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Suggest Treatment For Small Flakes Of Dry Skin Around One Of The Nipple
I have noticed small flakes of dry skin around one of my nipple,the other is smooth.it does not hurt and after a little scratching it comes out without pain,just like dandruff.I am worried.I am 35 years old,not pregnant.not taking any medicines.I sit in front of a fan heater all the time.my mother died of breast cancer at the age of 56 or 57.please answer.
Wed, 26 Apr 2017
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Donot worry ,it could be due to dryness of skin ,try applying moisturizers and see if it reduces , and as u have family history of breast cancer , u need regular screening of breast and early mammogram is also adviced
Donot worry ,it could be due to dryness of skin ,try applying moisturizers and see if it reduces , and as u have family history of breast cancer , u need regular screening of breast and early mammogram is also adviced
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