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What Causes Discharge From Both Breasts On Pressing The Nipples?
Question: I have had a discharge coming from my nipples - especially when manipulated. It's creamy white milky substance has a bad yeast smell . I am 59 years old. Have had 2 children ... Never breast fed either... What is causing this nasty smell ?
Brief Answer:
prolactin levels needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.
Most common cause of discharge from both breasts on pressing the nipples is increased prolactin levels and thus get your prolactin levels tested.
This simple test will tell us the etiology of the discharge and in case levels are found normal we can proceed with further evaluation.
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Regards
Dr Manisha
prolactin levels needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.
Most common cause of discharge from both breasts on pressing the nipples is increased prolactin levels and thus get your prolactin levels tested.
This simple test will tell us the etiology of the discharge and in case levels are found normal we can proceed with further evaluation.
Waiting for your response
Regards
Dr Manisha
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