Conditions
Third Nipple
A third nipple didn’t prevent Francisco Scaramanga from becoming the world’s top-paid assassin in the Bond movie ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’…and why should it? After all, it’s not as uncommon as you may think. Around 1 in 18 people in the UK may have a third or ‘supernumerary nipple’ and the only real problem may be the social stigma attached to them. They’re often mistaken for moles, as they are not properly formed like normal nipples and can usually be found on an imaginary ‘milk line’ between the armpit and inner thigh. If you feel uncomfortable about yours, it’s probably best to speak to your GP to determine whether surgery is needed. However, Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg has decided against going under the knife to remove his extra teat, because he’s grown to love it. And to put all the rumours to bed about her third nipple, Lily Allen proudly flashed hers whilst hosting the Friday Night Project!
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Hey I've got a third nipple which is hardly noticeable, (looks like a mole)
however, all my friends know and the reaction is really positive! everyone (including the guys) thinks its really cute
Anyway people…embrace your individuality, its what makes you unique. + I would never have it removed, even if it was offered to me for free! peace x
I have a 3rd nipple under my right breast, ive had it for as long as i can remember and its never bothered me at all :)
I am a 22 year old female and I have a third nipple under my right breast. It doesnt hurt but its really noticable. Its definalty not a mole or any kind of mark and I am so concious of it and embarrased its getting me down. I always have sex with the light off and its ruined some of my past relationships. Please Help
I'm a 16 year old girl. And I have a third nipple underneath my right boob, where my bra sits, and is pretty small but noticeable. I used to be really self conscious about it, and never let anyone see my boobs, but thinking about it. It makes me unique. Yeah there are going to be people who will 'take the piss' but who are they to say anything.
Everyone has secrets, mine makes me feel different (:
third nipple, i have four! beat that. i went to the doctor about getting both or even just one removed and he said he would get back to me but hasnt yet. it's been a while and i think i best ring them back but not quite sure.
i niether have a 3rd nipple or no someone hu duz but i no sum1 hu has two extra nipples rite undaneith his own but i always thote they were cute as hell n i wud think the same on lasses i n o nomattta wat n e one says to you it duzent usually make u feel any better but at the end of the day u are classed as special and lucky in a way as you are even more different than most other ppl be proud of it once u tell everyone ya love it no matter wat n e one says ppl will love you for it too i promise good luck pps xxxxxxx
i have a third niple its like a proper baby boob . it leaks milk too and im only 16 no kids !!!
im very self concious because of it i have been with my boyfriend for 6 months nd wont sleep wiv im im soo embarrased . i donnt go out because i feel like everybody knows about it feels like everyone is looking at me i wear a plaster al the time over it it makes me feel a tad bit better ..
Do you think the NHS would remove it ?
Hi
i always thought mine were birth marks untill my boyfriend told me that there nipples i have actually got 2 extra nipples and i think its so embaressing ive seen people with just the one extra but i have 2 is this normal?
I have a third nipple, i wasnt too bothered as it isalmost under my breast. But now i ave found two more possible third nipples starting toappear down the sides of my stomachel Iwont wear a bakini, and i am really embarresd of it too. I have tryed the doctors but they wont give it to me on the NHS. what can i do? Its affecting my self asteam.
My hubby has a third nipple right in the middle of his other two! It's adorable, I would hate for him to get it removed.
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