Hi, I Have An Itchy Nipple Area That I Am

Posted on Mon, 18 Mar 2019

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Question : Hi, I have an itchy nipple area that I am worried about.
The itch is more the areola area.
The nipple itself seems fine and my breast isn't sore or hot.
I do have psoriasis so it could maybe be that.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Eczematous dermatitis

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have viewed the image and gone through the query.

I do see an inflamed red area in the area of areola. It seems like a non specific eczematous dermatitis rather than a psoriasis patch. I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g either Mometasone furoate cream or Triamcinolone acetonide cream, twice daily. In addition I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10mg tablet once a day for symptomatic relief.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (38 minutes later)

Thank you for the answer. I was worried it could possibly be a sing of breast cancer.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding itching on areola

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

No. It isn't. You may follow up with me after using the suggested cream for a week.

take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj