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itching in nipple
I have had severe itching on both my nipples and nipples appear lighter in color. Please advise on what this could possibly be and if I need to see a Dr.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
The first possibility is of nipple dermatitis. The other possibility is of paget’s disease of the breast. The first symptom is usually an eczema-like rash, usually only affecting one nipple. The skin of the nipple and areola may be red and inflamed which may itch or burn. I would suggest you to consult a dermatologist and get a mammogram and a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
The first possibility is of nipple dermatitis. The other possibility is of paget’s disease of the breast. The first symptom is usually an eczema-like rash, usually only affecting one nipple. The skin of the nipple and areola may be red and inflamed which may itch or burn. I would suggest you to consult a dermatologist and get a mammogram and a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
Severe itching and skin discoloration are things to watch out for- so yes you should see a dr. Most likely you'll just need some sort of cream or something to calm the skin. But because it can be something more serious it's best to have a dr check it out.
COMMUNITY LEADER
I would say yes. It could be something as simple as dry skin or perhaps a hormonal issue as well as other more serious things. Or nothing. If it is severe, I'd go ahead and see your doc. Have you had a mammogram recently?
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