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Posted on: 02/08/2007
Question
I'm a 23-year-old female and have a breast nipple problem -- white discharge. I consulted the doctor and he has told me to have a scan. I'm very scared. Please tell me what it might be. (FYI: I don't have any bad habits.)
Answer
Usually a clear, white discharge is NOT a sign of breast cancer. There is a hormone called prolactin that can cause you to have breast discharge -- you might want to ask your doctor if that is normal.