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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Nipple

I noticed some pain in my right nipple yesterday. It is painful to the touch around the nipple itself, but not further out towards the breast area. The area is swollen and puffy with some redness around the nipple. It seemed to appear out of the blue. There was no chaffing from clothing or trauma that would have caused this. I am aware that, although rare, men can also get breast cancer, but it sounds like it involves a painless lump and some discharge. I am hoping I can get some insight here. I am a 34 year-old white male in average shape. Help!!
Thu, 4 Feb 2016
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi.

I would in such a scenario recommend 2 things:

1. Check with your doctor all the medications you have taken or been taking, as some can cause increased sensitivity or even gynecomastia (e.g. cimetidine)

2. Check on your hormone levels

Best wishes.
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Dentist,  Dr. Harry Maheshwari's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful nipple . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like puberty , hyperplasia of nipples , medications , liver failure or paget's disease. I would suggest you to consult endocrinologist for proper examination .Doctor may order certain test like blood test along with physical examination . Doctor may give hormonal therapy . Doctor may also refer you to surgeon for any kind of growth or infection . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory or may recommend surgery .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Nipple

Hi. I would in such a scenario recommend 2 things: 1. Check with your doctor all the medications you have taken or been taking, as some can cause increased sensitivity or even gynecomastia (e.g. cimetidine) 2. Check on your hormone levels Best wishes.