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itching nipples & hair loss

hey there I'm 22 years old and I've been suffering from a itchy nipple its driving me mad! i haven't change my washing powder or brought a new bra but iam suffering from really itchy nipple on my left side of my breast I've felt my breast and i have no lumps on either breasts but I've been losing loads of hair, so much every morning my pillow is covered in hair, im to scared to brush my hair because of the loss i haven't notice baldness but the rate I'm loosing my hair i will be,i don't blow dry my hair or use any products on there apart from the same shampoo and conditioner for the last 2yrs. iam not stressed nor pregnant as i have recently had a period but i have been suffering headaches now and then. could please give me advice on what it might be or could be. thanks.....
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Hi,

What is your age? What other symptoms do you have? Have you noticed any abnormal features on breast self examination like a breast lump, nipple discharge , skin changes etc?

Apply calamine lotion to hep soothe the itching. You should wear lose clothes and take oral antihistamine medications and see if it helps with your symptoms.

If your symptoms still persist after a few days, it would be advisable to consult your doctor and get a clinical examination got done.

The breast itching and hair loss do not seem to be related. You could consult your dermatologist for your hair loss problems.

Let us know what your doctor advises and also post us if you have any doubts.

Regards.
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