Supernumerary nipples

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Supernumerary nipples

Usually no treatment is needed. The extra nipples DO NOT develop into breasts at puberty.

• You notice supernumerary nipples on your infant.
• There are other symptoms present.

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Documenting supernumerary nipples usually includes simply noting that the infant had extra nipples (also how many and where on the chest they were located).

After seeing your health care provider:

Most often, this is simply a variation of normal. However, if a disorder was diagnosed related to the extra nipples, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record.

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