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Is Light Orange Color Discharge From Nipples Normal During Pregnancy?
I am 23 weeks pregnant and am starting to experience some leakage from my nipples. Although I understand this is normal and it is mostly clear and white, from time to time the leakage is a light orange color. Is this norrnal? There is no other swelling or fever that would suggest an infection, but I am concerned.
Wed, 23 Dec 2015
Hi,
It is usually known as colostrums, or pre-milk, which is a yellowish or clear liquid. In case of colostrums, at first, the discharge is usually yellow in color, but as the pregnancy approaches its due date, the discharge becomes pale and clear, but continues to remain sticky. This form of nipple discharge during pregnancy is not a cause for concern, as the breasts are only getting ready for the baby’s arrival.
All the best.
It is usually known as colostrums, or pre-milk, which is a yellowish or clear liquid. In case of colostrums, at first, the discharge is usually yellow in color, but as the pregnancy approaches its due date, the discharge becomes pale and clear, but continues to remain sticky. This form of nipple discharge during pregnancy is not a cause for concern, as the breasts are only getting ready for the baby’s arrival.
All the best.
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