What Does Sore Nipples In A Post Menopausal Woman Indicate?

Posted on Tue, 14 Apr 2015

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Question : Hi i am a 45 yr old woman,,post menapusal..i have very sore nipples,,they are very hard and very red,,i have had this for a few days,,also i have a kind of sexual feeling up inside my vagina,,wich i can only describe as a sexual itch...

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Your concerns are related to hormonal changes.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Your concerns are related to hormonal changes after menopause, Estrogen/Progresterone imbalance.

Ice on nipples, wearing appropriate bra should help improve nipples soreness.

With time, as hormonal levels stabilize, your symptoms should stabilize too.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

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