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Paget disease of the nipple

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Definition

A condition in which abnormal cells are found in the nipple. Symptoms commonly include itching and burning and an eczema-like condition around the nipple. There may also be oozing or bleeding from the nipple.

For more information on Paget disease of the breast http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/sites-types/paget-breast

Resource

Title: National Cancer Institute
NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

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C50_ Breast
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