Why do men have nipples?

Question

Simple....Why do men have nipples?

Answer 1

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We all start out as the same sex genetically...but early on we differentiate. Still, the genders share a lot of physical parallels as a result. Men not only have nipples, but we also have breasts of course.

I've also read a number of accounts where men were able to lactate, either as juveniles (a phenomenon partially described as a process called galactorrhea) or as adult males.

Answer 2

It's to help us breathe underwater. Seriously.

Okay, well not seriously. But here is the answer:

It actually isn't used for anything on males.
"nipples aren't a sex-linked characteristic. In other words, nipples are just one of those sexually neutral pieces of equipment, like arms or brains, that humans get regardless of sex. "

-Cecil Adams

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http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read…

Edit: Why thumbs down you bunch of scrubs. You knowledge haters :P

Answer 3

Nipples are VESTIGIAL PARTS like the coccyx, and the hair on the body. They are a part of our evolutionary history. They aren't functional simply because men do not have female hormones, of course! Basically they're of no use, but they form a part of the human museum of vestigial organs.

Answer 4

they are leftover from evolution. they aren't use full but also aren't detrimental so they are probably here to stay.

Answer 5

*Laughing*

Answer 6

Go ahead, take yours off, see how you do. :)

Answer 7

good question.