IBCLC Practice Exam 2025 – Complete Preparation Guide

Hyperthelia is the condition characterized by the presence of extra nipples, which can appear anywhere along the milk line, extending from the armpits to the groin. This condition is considered a variation of normal anatomy and is relatively common. Extra nipples may not have associated glandular tissue but can vary in appearance, sometimes resembling normal nipples.

In contrast, the other conditions listed relate to different medical issues. Penile hypospadias involves a congenital defect in males where the urethra does not open at the tip of the penis. Gastroschisis refers to a birth defect where the intestines extend outside of the body through a hole in the abdominal wall. Galactorrhea is the spontaneous flow of breast milk not associated with childbirth or nursing, often related to hormonal imbalances. Understanding these differing conditions highlights the uniqueness of hyperthelia as specifically related to the presence of additional nipples.