Black nipple discharge

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Msz
Msz Member Posts: 1
edited April 2019 in Not Diagnosed But Worried

Hi everyone! I hope you're all doing well!

I am 26 yrs old and for the past 3 years I have had black/dark nipple discharge from one breast (the left one) and in one place. I first started noticing it about 2 years ago because my breast hurt, almost like am ache that spread to my arm pit. My areola was super sensitive to touch in one spot that it felt almost like burning. My breast didn't look any different (it still doesnt) but the only way i can explain the sensation is that I was very aware of my left breast. It no longer just felt like a part of my body, almost like how you don't notice your nose. Anyways, I took this to my gp who sent me to have an ultrasound. It ended up being negative (yay!), so I thought nothing of it.

Fast forward to this week. I had to make doctors appointnebt because I havent been feeling well. I also noticed that the discharge is now spontaneous and also has a clear discharge in another duct. My doctor was very nice and want a to examine me more.

The reason why I am concerned is because breast cancer runs in my family, and my mum was diagnosed with it 5 years ago.

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this? Im looking forwards to your replies!

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  • Moderators
    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited April 2019

    Hi Msz, and welcome to Breastcancer,org!

    We're so sorry you're here and worrying, but we're really glad you've found us. You're sure to find our Community a great place for answers, advice, and support.

    We're happy you brought this concern to your doctor's attention and that they are looking further into the issue -- do you know what further testing they are planning to do?

    We're sure others will be by shortly to weigh in with their experiences with discharge soon.

    Keep us posted with what you find out. We're all sending positive thoughts your way!

    --The Mods

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  • Falconer
    Falconer Member Posts: 1,192
    edited April 2019

    MSZ, glad your dr is looking into it- seems an ultrasound and maybe a mammogram would be helpful to determine the cause of bleeding. It could be an intraductal papilloma- that’s what was on the table for me before my dx. Keep after it and don’t let it go unchecked please. Good luck to you.

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