How Can Inflamed Nipples Be Treated?

Posted on Wed, 4 Apr 2018

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Question : I beleived I have gynecomastia. My nipples are always inflamed. They are inflamed since I was 18 years old. They do not hurt and I dont feel any pain. Do you recomend any medication or pills that I can take? I dont have any enough money to schedule a doctor appt.

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:

About gynecomastia:

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

The inflammation of the nipples is found often in gynecomastia. From the attached picture, gynecomastia is proeminent and you mentioned that it has been present since 8 years ago.

Medications are more effective in reducing gynecomastia in the early stages since scarring often occurs after about 12 months.

After the tissue has become scarred, medications are not likely to be effective, and surgical removal is the only possible treatment. So, you should see an experienced surgeon.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Mirjeta Guni (20 minutes later)

Do you recomend any creams?

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (22 hours later)

Brief Answer:

No, the cream does not help.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Sorry but unfortunately, there is no cream that can help.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Mirjeta Guni, Endocrinologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee