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Supernumerary nipples

Definition:

This condition is the presence of additional nipples.

Alternative Names:
Polymastia; Polythelia; Accessory nipples

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Considerations:

Supernumerary nipples are a fairly common occurrence, generally unrelated to other conditions or syndromes. They usually occur in a line below the existing nipple and are often not recognized as extra nipples, because they are usually small and not well formed.

Common Causes:

• Variation of normal
• Hay-Wells syndrome (very rare)
• Ruvalcaba-Myhre syndrome (very rare)

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