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Nipple Discharge

Assessment of physiological and pathological nipple discharge.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Women's HealthSurgeryOncology

Clinical Guidelines

ABS Summary Statement: Guidelines for the investigation and management of spontaneous nipple discharge in the absence of a breast lump
National
GM Cancer Pathway for Management of Nipple Discharge
National
ACR Appropriateness Criteria® Evaluation of Nipple Discharge
Local
ACR Appropriateness Criteria® Evaluation of Nipple Discharge
Local
ACR Appropriateness Criteria® Evaluation of Nipple Discharge
Local
Practice Bulletin No. 164: Diagnosis and Management of Benign Breast Disorders
Local
Practice Bulletin No. 164: Diagnosis and Management of Benign Breast Disorders
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the key clinical features that differentiate physiological from pathological nipple discharge?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • Which investigations should be considered for a patient presenting with unilateral nipple discharge?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What are the referral criteria for a patient with nipple discharge that raises suspicion for malignancy?Updated: 8/22/2025
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