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Supernumerary nipples: an overview.

Justin Brown1, Robert A Schwartz

  • 1New Jersey Medical School, Newark 07103-2714, USA.

Cutis
|May 29, 2003
PubMed
Summary
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Supernumerary nipples (SNs), common congenital anomalies, typically form along embryonic milk lines. While usually benign, SNs can indicate underlying internal diseases and respond to hormonal shifts.

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Area of Science:

  • Embryology
  • Human Anatomy
  • Medical Genetics

Background:

  • Supernumerary nipples (SNs) are common congenital anomalies.
  • They typically develop along the embryonic milk lines but can occur elsewhere.
  • Prevalence varies significantly across different populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the key characteristics of supernumerary nipples.
  • To discuss their typical developmental origins and variations.
  • To highlight their potential association with internal diseases and hormonal influences.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of congenital anomalies.
  • Analysis of embryological development.
  • Clinical observation of supernumerary nipple cases.

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Main Results:

  • SNs are usually benign findings.
  • They can be influenced by hormonal changes.
  • SNs may serve as indicators of underlying internal medical conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Supernumerary nipples, though common, warrant attention.
  • Their presence can be linked to hormonal fluctuations and internal pathologies.
  • Further investigation may be needed in certain cases.