Does my areola look normal? (Photo)

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I have noticed that sometimes I get a LOT of small bumps on my areola. They are not present all the time but sometimes.

Susan MacLennan, MD · Answer

Hello-These are Montgomery glands and are completely normal. You'll notice that they can be more prominent when you're cold, similar to the way your nipples are more prominent when cold. There are variations from woman to woman, but these bumps are part of normal breast anatomy.Best wishes-

Rahim Nazerali, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, these are are normal anatomy and called Montgomery's Glands.

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

These bumps are called Montgomery glands.Google this and you will see they are normal bumps in the areola tissues.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Yes, these bumps are normal , they are called Montgomery's glands.  You will notice them more when your nipples are cold/firm.

Michael C. Edwards, MD, FACS · Answer

These bumps are entirely normal and will be more visible when your nipples are more firm. As has been said, they are known as Montgomery 's GlandsDr. Edwards

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