What is mild nipple pain?

Most female friends have experienced nipple pain, especially when menstruation is about to come. Although this pain is not particularly painful and will not affect life and work, it is more likely to cause irritability, temper, etc., affecting mood. So what is the cause of mild nipple pain in women? What are some good solutions and measures? The following will introduce it to you in detail. Female friends can read the following content carefully.

Nipple pain is a common condition for many women. For some people, the pain goes away quickly, while for others, the pain can last for a long time. So, many women want to know, what causes nipple pain?

Adolescent girls are in the period of breast development, and this period starts with the development of the nipples, so the nipples will have slight swelling and pain. The symptoms will gradually disappear with the arrival of menarche, so there is no need to be nervous. In addition, if the underwear is too tight or inappropriate, or if there is friction due to a lot of exercise, it can also cause local pain. Therefore, in order to develop breasts well, you should choose suitable underwear.

Premenstrual breast pain is a common problem for many women. Before menstruation, the body's estrogen secretion surges, causing the breasts to swell and ache, and the nipples will also feel pain. What's worse, even light touch, vibration, or friction can cause pain. These symptoms will continue until the end of menstruation and then gradually disappear. Some female friends will experience particularly painful nipples during breastfeeding, and may even experience nipple cracks. In fact, most of these cases are caused by nipple cracks due to sucking and biting of the nipple by the baby, so there is no need to worry too much.

If it is not due to the above reasons, then nipple pain may be pathological. It is very likely to be caused by diseases such as breast hyperplasia, papilloma, breast cancer, etc. You should go to the hospital for examination in time.

Some women feel uncomfortable when their nipples hurt. So, what should they do when their nipples hurt? In fact, to solve this problem, we must first find out the cause of the breast pain, to see if it is the pain caused by the menstrual period, or the baby bites during breastfeeding, or it is a precursor to certain diseases. Only by identifying the problem can we provide the appropriate treatment.

If it is the arrival of menstruation, breast pain or even nipple pain, hot compress is a direct and effective method that can quickly relieve breast and nipple pain. In addition, prolactin can cause breast pain, so you can consume more foods rich in B vitamins and vitamin C to regulate the production of prostaglandin E and help inhibit the production of prolactin.

If the mother's nipple pain is caused by the baby's improper sucking during breastfeeding, mothers can squeeze out some milk after breastfeeding, apply it on the nipples and areola, and wait for it to dry naturally. If nipple pain is really unbearable, you can temporarily stop direct breastfeeding, express the milk, and then feed the baby with a small cup and spoon. In addition, mothers should wear loose underwear and cotton bras, and put on nipple shields when necessary to facilitate air circulation and promote the healing of nipple cracks.

In addition, nipple pain may also be caused by certain diseases, which requires going to the hospital for examination and treatment according to the doctor's arrangements.

There are many reasons why women experience nipple pain, and there are also many ways to prevent it. So, how to prevent nipple pain?

If a breastfeeding woman experiences nipple pain, it is usually caused by improper sucking of the baby. Therefore, before breastfeeding, mothers can apply a hot and wet towel to the breasts and areola for 3-5 minutes, and massage the breasts to stimulate the milk ejection reflex and squeeze out some milk. This will soften the areola and make it easier for the baby to suck. When breastfeeding, most of the nipple and areola should be placed in the baby's mouth. In addition, if you need to stop breastfeeding for some reason, be careful not to pull out the nipple forcibly, as this will damage the nipple. The mother can gently press the baby's lower jaw with her index finger, and the baby will automatically spit out the nipple.

Problems such as unsuitable underwear causing bras to compress the nipples, friction due to nipple movement, and poor breathability of bra pads and chemical fiber linings can all cause nipple pain. Therefore, in daily life, female friends must choose bras that are of suitable size and material to avoid damage to the breasts and nipples. Also, it is best not to eat high-salt foods seven to ten days before menstruation, as this will cause breast pain and lead to nipple pain.

In addition, nipple pain may also be caused by certain diseases, so in daily life we ​​must take measures to prevent diseases such as breast hyperplasia and breast cancer.