In the 'Symptoms - Skin - Conditions' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about which nipple(s) discharge is coming from:
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If you have any unusual discharge from your nipples, are one or both nipples affected?
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...indicates |
...and suggests |
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"Don't know / I am pregnant or lactating" |
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"There is no discharge" |
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"One nipple only" |
Discharge from one nipple only |
A symptom |
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"Both nipples" |
Discharge from both nipples |
A symptom |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
GLOSSARY
Cancer
Refers to the various types of malignant neoplasms that contain cells growing out of control and invading adjacent tissues, which may metastasize to distant tissues.
Discharge (Discharges)
A secretion, of pus for example, from a wound or bodily orifice.
Hormones (Hormone)
Chemical substances secreted by a variety of body organs that are carried by the bloodstream and usually influence cells some distance from the source of production. Hormones signal certain enzymes to perform their functions and, in this way, regulate such body functions as blood sugar levels, insulin levels, the menstrual cycle, and growth. These can be prescription, over-the-counter, synthetic or natural agents. Examples include adrenal hormones such as corticosteroids and aldosterone; glucagon, growth hormone, insulin, testosterone, estrogens, progestins, progesterone, DHEA, melatonin, and thyroid hormones such as thyroxine and calcitonin.
Nipple (Areola, Nipples, Subareolar)
The small projection near the center of the breast containing the outlets of the milk ducts, OR the corresponding projection of the male breast. The areola is the darker tissue that encircles the nipple. Subareolar describes the location beneath the surface of the areola.
Prolactin
An anterior pituitary peptide hormone that initiates and maintains lactation.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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