Causes and care of itchy nipples in pregnant women

Many women find that their nipples become itchy during pregnancy. This is a normal phenomenon, but once the nipples feel itchy, do not scratch them with your hands, as this may cause infection. So what is the reason for itchy nipples in pregnant women? Itchy nipples are divided into several symptoms, and each has different causes. Let’s learn about them together.

reason

1. Prurigo during pregnancy. Itchy nipples in pregnant women may be caused by prurigo gestationis, which can be clinically divided into early-onset and late-onset types. Although the cause of prurigo gestationis unknown, studies have shown that it may be related to endocrine disorders. If the nipples of pregnant women itch in the 3rd to 4th month of pregnancy, and light red or normal skin-colored papules the size of mung beans appear around the nipples, and the itching is severe at night, please be sure to be alert to whether it is early-onset prurigo gestationis at work; and if the nipples of pregnant women itch in the last two months of pregnancy, especially within two weeks before delivery, and the itching is not only in the nipples, but also in other places, then please pay attention to the possibility of late-onset prurigo gestationis.

2. Nipple itching caused by dry skin. Dry skin can also easily cause nipple itching, which is mostly related to the weather.

3. Nipple eczema. The last one may be nipple eczema. Many people may not have heard of nipple eczema, but this may also be the reason why pregnant women have itchy nipples. In fact, nipple eczema is a special type of eczema. It is named because it is confined to the nipple. The affected area is often severely itchy and unbearable.

Nursing

You can gently massage your breasts while taking a bath. Don't wear a tight bra. It's best to wear a pure cotton bra for pregnant women, and avoid wearing bras made of chemical fibers to avoid skin itching caused by the material. Also, be sure to clean your nipples when taking a bath. If there is white deposit in the gaps between the nipples, you can gently clean it out. It may be secreted during pregnancy... a little bit of coagulated milk. Wipe your nipples with a hot towel every day, and keep doing it every day, which will also help prevent your nipples from cracking when your baby is breastfeeding in the future.

Pregnancy is a very difficult process, so all mothers in the world are great. If you have itchy nipples during pregnancy, in addition to physical reasons, it may also be related to your underwear. Therefore, it is recommended that you try to wear more comfortable clothes during pregnancy and pay attention to hygiene and cleanliness. I wish you all a happy life.