What is itchy nipples?

Many women have experienced embarrassing conditions such as nipple itching. What causes this problem? Experts tell everyone that there are many reasons for this phenomenon, and everyone generally divides it into two types: one is caused by external stimulation, and the other is caused by the body's own bacteria infection and other reasons. In daily life, shower gel, soap and underwear are all symptoms that cause nipple itching. In addition, if the oil layer of the nipple is damaged, or there is a bacterial infection during the development of the nipple, or even breast cancer, etc., these will cause nipple itching in the human body.

The actual causes of nipple itching are as follows:

First: Breast development during puberty

A woman's breast growth and development begins during puberty, which is also the time when the breasts grow rapidly. Experts tell everyone that you must pay attention to breast hygiene during this period, because the rapid growth of the breasts will cause secretions in the nipples, which provides a breeding ground for bacteria. If hygiene is not done well, such as using inappropriate underwear, soap or shower gel; or not cleaning the breasts in time, this may cause dryness and desquamation of the breasts, as well as nipple pain and itching.

It is recommended that women in puberty should clean their breasts with warm water every day, and use cost-effective, neutral soap to clean their breasts. If this still cannot solve the problem of nipple itching, it is best to go to the hospital to see a gynecologist.

Second: Nipple itching during pregnancy

Many pregnant women also experience nipple itching. Experts tell everyone that this is a normal reaction and there is no need to worry too much. As the number of days of pregnancy continues to increase, women's nipples and milk bubbles will grow larger, which means that the part of the body that secretes breast milk continues to grow and develop, which is a normal phenomenon. To alleviate the symptoms of nipple itching, you can use a hot towel to apply heat to the breast area, and then perform appropriate massage to clean the white secretions.

Third: Excessive cleanliness causes nipple itching

Being too clean is not a good thing. It will affect the normal skin care needs and cause serious damage to the oil layer on the surface of the skin, which will also cause itchy nipples. To deal with nipple itching caused by this kind of reasons, all we need to do is to change our daily living habits. Normally you just need to make sure the skin is not overly oily and feels comfortable, and there is no need to cleanse too much. You can also eat more acidic fruits on a daily basis, which can effectively control the excessive overflow of fat in the human body. The second is to choose the soap that suits your skin type to moisturize your skin. Do not use shower gel, because shower gel is not very suitable for all skin types.

Fourth: Skin diseases cause nipple itching

What causes nipple itching? In addition to some of the conditions introduced above, a large part of the causes of nipple itching in daily life are caused by skin diseases. Excessive friction between nipples and underwear may cause eczema. Eczema is a common skin disease, which is more common in women who are breastfeeding. It is also common in adolescent girls.

If the breast suffers from eczema, many papules will appear on the skin around the breast, such as the nipple and nipple area. If the papules become more serious, adverse effects such as exudation of fluid or erosion may also occur. A very small number of patients will experience desquamation and scarring. This type of itching is more severe. If the surrounding skin is cracked, it will not only itch but also feel painful. The causes of nipple eczema are very complex, and are generally related to human factors, genetic inheritance, physical condition, and mental outlook. In order to treat this kind of disease, you should pay more attention to your diet, eat less irritating foods, pay attention to hygiene and choose pure cotton bras, don't scratch them, and it's best to choose some appropriate medicines under the guidance of a doctor.

Fifth: Breast Cancer

If the body not only has nipple itching, but also has nipple pain, nipple burning, or even lumps or pus in the breast, then you need to pay attention, because it is very likely that the body has breast cancer. If the human body has such symptoms, you should go to the hospital for a physical examination immediately to avoid delaying treatment. Many people think that breasts are a relatively private area and are reluctant to go to the hospital for a physical examination. This is a misunderstanding. Not going to the hospital for a physical check-up is just worrying without reason. Not only will it not help the body recover as soon as possible, it may even cost you your life. It is recommended that female friends go to the hospital immediately and then have a detailed and comprehensive examination in the gynecology department for early detection and early treatment.