areola changes

I am 45 years old and had an annual exam last week.  I mentioned a slight rash to my doctor on my right breast well below my areola.  She said it was nothing and to come back if it did not disappear.  The rash is gone but I noticed after coming home that my right areola is slightly larger on the bottom side of the same breast.  The skin appears smooth and brown just a little slightly extended to the bottom right of the right breast.  But when the areola wrinkles, the skin under forms a thin line like ridge under the areola.  I am worried.  I do see a hair or two growing out of the ridge.  I am scheduled to have my annual mammogram within a few weeks.  Have always had normal results.  Is there need for concern?  My husband tells me they are just glands.  I started my period two days after the doctor's visit and am still on it.  Thank you.

[CCF-RN,MSN-rf]

Dear harini:  Breasts are not usually symmetrical.  As such, the areolas may not appear symmetrical either.  From what you describe, it sounds as though you are describing normal anatomy.  However, if you remain concerned, you might want to let your doctor know.