The milk is drawn from the breast by suction as a baby eats. Each nipple is surrounded by a circular band (pigmented in some individuals) called the _____, which contains _____ glands whose secretions protect the nipple during nursing.

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1. The milk is drawn from the breast by suction as a baby eats. Each nipple is surrounded by a circular band (pigmented in some individuals) called the _____, which contains _____ glands whose secretions protect the nipple during nursing.