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Itchy nipple?

For a few days my one nipple has been itching....but the itching is occasional and also sometimes mild. Sometimes it itches more and also near my nipple there is little white pimple life bump and it is present on my both breasts but my only one breast is itching. There is no fluid discharge and rashes or any change in the texture of the skin. Is there any problem related to Paget's disease of the breast?

Female | 24 years old
Complaint duration: Few week
Medications: not done

3 Answers

OB-GYN(Obstetrician-Gynecologist)|GynecologyOB-GYN
Paget’s disease is a precancerous and sometimes cancerous diagnosis but not very common. Usually an itchy nipple is more simple; soap residue that is irritating, rubbing of the nipple on a loose shirt of poorly fit bra/top or going without a bra and clothing that rubs or chafes. Hot weather and sweating, whether you wear a bra or top with a bra shelf or swim suit top may all leave a salty residue on the areola/nipple and irritate. Avoid using any hand soap or body wash directly to the breast/nipple, avoid chlorine or pools/hot tubs with chlorine or fluoride and use a hair dryer on warm or cool setting when you get out of the shower to dry the breast/nipple vs a towel which can be too irritating. Women who are breastfeeding have this from frequent stimulation and moisture from their baby’s suckling; then using an udder balm to act as a protective layer can help. If none of these seem to fit your situation, then seek the advice of a healthcare provider.
Not usually at your age. Maybe just yeast. Are you breast feeding ?
There are many things it could be. If you have recently or are currently breastfeeding it could be yeast. Even if you have not been breastfeeding it could be yeast. You can try some OTC topical antifungal such as Monistat. If it does not improve you should be seen. Paget’s disease is not common in your age group but your family history could put you at higher risk.