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The rosy or brownish ring surrounding the nipple is called the

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Areola: The areola is the circular dark-colored area of skin surrounding the nipple. Areolae have glands called Montgomery's glands that secrete a lubricating oil. This oil protects the nipple and skin from chafing during breastfeeding.

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