If the uncomfortable phenomenon is not eliminated in time, the itching will intensify. Due to strong scratching, wounds will appear on the surface of the thin delicate skin of the mammary glands, through which the infection will penetrate. This will lead to the development of the inflammatory process. Therefore, it is important, at the very first manifestations of itching, to correctly recognize the cause by which it is caused.

This phenomenon can be triggered by natural factors. More often it is caused by increased dry skin or irritation of the mammary glands. In addition, such discomfort is often observed after visiting a solarium, since UV rays dry out delicate skin, while provoking its peeling and itching.

Stress can be attributed to natural causes of irritation of the skin of the mammary glands. When a woman experiences a nervous strain, the level of histamine in her body increases and her blood vessels constrict. At the same time, the activity of the adrenal glands and the production of hormones that have antiallergic and anti-inflammatory effects decrease. Relief of the condition occurs only after the woman calms down. With chronic stress, itching is constantly felt in the nipple area.

Skin irritation

The problem arises if the underwear is too tight and made of synthetic material. The situation is aggravated in the hot season or with hyperhidrosis: diaper rash, inflammation and itching occur.

Irritation can also appear after a mosquito or other insect bite. Swelling usually appears around such a wound. In this area, severe itching occurs. When scratching the bite, the wound enlarges. The danger is that an infectious infection can occur through it.

Dry skin

More often, this problem occurs when the water balance in the body is disturbed. In addition, its development can be triggered by the following factors:

High pH soap is used for washing.
When caring for the body, cosmetics are used, which contain alcohol.

Unhealthy diet can be the cause of dry skin. The presence of smoked meats, sweets and spicy foods in the diet, as well as excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, negatively affects the state of the whole body. First of all, the skin suffers: it becomes tight, dry and begins to peel off.

Allergy

A girl’s papilla may itch with an allergic reaction to:

insect bites;
medicines;
cosmetics;
Food;
washing powders.

As a treatment, you can use antiallergic drugs and try to eliminate the allergen.

If these methods do not help, then you need to consult a doctor who, based on laboratory tests, will make an accurate diagnosis.

Underwear

Unpleasant sensations may occur when wearing a bra made of synthetic fabrics that are impermeable to air. In this case, a woman is advised to prefer underwear made from natural fabrics.

Tan

If a woman prefers to sunbathe topless, then this can cause itching of the nipple zone. To avoid uncomfortable sensations, it is recommended to use sunscreen, and use moisturizing cosmetics after a shower.

Experts recommend not to overuse sunbathing and take care of the chest area.

Hormonal changes

Itching in the areola can be triggered by a change in estrogen levels. This happens at various stages of life:

in adolescence during puberty;
while carrying a baby, when a woman’s body is preparing for childbirth;
before menstruation;
with menopause and hormonal imbalance.

Also, itching in the mammary glands occurs when taking oral contraceptives. Estrogens affect the work of the sebaceous glands: the skin around the nipple becomes dry, there is a tendency to peeling.

Teenage years

Discomfort during puberty is a natural phenomenon. At the stage of life, estrogens are actively produced in the girl’s body. These hormones are responsible for the growth of mammary gland cells, the number of ducts in them, and the outpacing growth of stromal tissue. In this case, progesterone is very important. It inhibits the proliferation of the tissues that form the breast.

Since, under the influence of hormones, the mammary glands of a teenager grow intensively, the skin in this part of the body is stretched. This process is accompanied by itching.

Periodic

Discomfort in the chest area can be associated with the menstrual cycle. In the middle of the cycle, the female body actively produces estrogens – hormones responsible for fertilization and the normal course of pregnancy. Under the influence of these biologically active substances, the state of the uterus changes: the endometrium grows, which is necessary for the successful implantation of a fertilized egg.

The increase in estrogen levels also affects the condition of the mammary glands. Under the influence of such hormones, adipose tissue grows, therefore, before menstruation, the breast increases in size. In addition, the sensitivity of the nipples increases: they swell and itch.

Pregnancy and lactation

From the first days after fertilization, the body of women undergoes serious physiological changes. It must create all the necessary conditions for the growth of the embryo, the development of the fetus, the subsequent birth and feeding of the baby. A normal pregnancy is accompanied by itchy breasts. In most cases this is not a cause for concern, but sometimes specialist intervention is required.

The breast of a pregnant woman itches for the following reasons:

due to hormonal changes, the mammary glands enlarge (the skin is stretched and this causes an itching sensation);
wearing squeezing underwire synthetic underwear that interferes with blood circulation;
hyperhidrosis, provoked by a change in hormonal levels, causes reddening of the skin and severe itching;
exposure to allergens;
fungal skin lesions;
the production of colostrum and the movement of this secretion along the expanding ducts of the chest is accompanied by tingling and slight itching.

The mammary glands itch during lactation. More often, itching is triggered by a physiological cause: due to the production of milk, the breast swells, while the skin stretches and begins to itch.

However, there are also pathological reasons that provoke these unpleasant sensations. If, while breastfeeding, a woman is worried about itching of the mammary glands for a long time, the problem may be caused by the following pathologies:

mastitis;
fungal infection of the skin of the areola area;
deficiency of vitamins A, C, D, E, trace element zinc and Omega-3 fatty acids.

The problem also arises when the technique of attaching the baby to the breast is violated. If, during feeding, the baby only captures the nipple, cracks and microtrauma may appear on it. This pathological process is accompanied by itching and pain.

Menopause and hormonal disorders

Both during menopause and hormonal imbalance, there is a decrease in the level of estrogen in the body. This hormone is responsible not only for women’s health, but also for the condition of the skin. Since it stimulates the production of collagen and is responsible for the hydration of the skin, when it decreases, it becomes dry and thinned. Such changes are accompanied by itching.

The severity of this discomfort can range from mild to severe. In the first case, there is a slight itching, which is often accompanied by a tingling sensation or a creeping sensation. In severe manifestations, the breast itches a lot, which causes sleep disturbances and affects the daily life of a woman.

Itching in the nipples with various diseases

Itching can be caused by health problems. If one nipple itches, it may be due to skin diseases or an allergic reaction. Both halos can itch with hormonal changes and disease.

Eczema. This disease most often occurs with infant hepatitis B. In this case, itching in the nipple area is accompanied by flaking and crusts. Eczema is difficult to diagnose and is often confused with thrush or cancer, with the wrong treatment being prescribed, which only exacerbates the problem.
Fungal infection (thrush) during breastfeeding. This is one of the most common reasons why the nipple itches while breastfeeding. The nipples can be very itchy and swollen. With this disease, the halos become bright pink, moist, and may become covered with small bubbles.
Atopic dermatitis (urticaria). If the nipple itches and itching is accompanied by a rash and inflammation, the problem may be atopic dermatitis caused by allergies. See a dermatologist or allergist to identify the allergen.
Mastitis. Most often it also occurs during breastfeeding due to incomplete emptying. The nipples and breasts itch due to the appearance of cracks into which the infection penetrates. In addition, the temperature rises to 39, and the chest can begin to ache and burn. These symptoms indicate the transition of the disease to a purulent stage.
Paget’s disease (cancer). Usually affects only one breast. For example, if the right nipple itches and scales appear on it, you need to pay close attention to this, perhaps this is a manifestation of Paget’s disease on the right breast. At a later stage, tingling appears, increased sensitivity, burning, pain and discharge.
Psoriasis. An infectious disease, which is a common reason why nipples hurt and itch. In this case, moisturizing oils and creams do not help, and you should consult a dermatologist who will prescribe suitable drugs.
Tumors. Benign or malignant neoplasms can cause itchy halos. For example, if only the left nipple itches, pay attention to the left breast and test for lumps. Initial symptoms may resemble eczema, but if pain occurs throughout the chest, not just in the nipple, you should consult a doctor promptly.
Breast trauma or surgery. Often the nipples itch after breast augmentation, reduction, or lift surgery. This is due to the activity of the tissue during the regeneration and healing of the scar.

Changes in the biochemical composition of blood

Inflammatory diseases, endocrinological disorders in the body or prolonged fasting can cause changes in the internal constancy of the blood composition, which also often causes itching of the chest.

An increase in the level of sugar or bilirubin in the blood often leads to metabolic disorders in the blood vessels. Sometimes a similar symptom appears when the protein level is low. Small capillaries narrow, become more brittle, the skin loses its elasticity and dries up, which provokes itching. The most severe complication is neurodermatitis.

As a rule, with diabetes mellitus or liver diseases that caused changes in the blood, not only the chest itches, but also the genital area, head, ears, and lower extremities. Other symptoms characteristic of these ailments also join. It is impossible to get rid of itching without treatment of the underlying disease.

Oprelosti

In most cases, itchy diaper rash occurs in overweight people. But there are other reasons too:

infrequent change of linen and poor hygiene,
increased sweating
visiting the beach, solarium without taking a shower,
work associated with being in a room with an elevated temperature (for example, near frying ovens),
wearing warm clothes not for the weather.

To eliminate diaper rash, you should often wash your breasts, use baby powder or an emollient hypoallergenic cream. When skin cells are restored, itching will go away without additional treatment.

Herpes

The causative agent of the virus in many lives in the body, but they do not even know about it before creating a favorable climate for microbes – weakened immunity. Herpes can be activated during pregnancy, with a cold.

The main symptom is small watery pimples, which burst, giving way to ulcers. The affected area is flaky and itches very much. During pregnancy, you cannot self-medicate so as not to harm the fetus. Be sure to consult a doctor who will tell you what to do. The complex of vitamins is also professionally selected.

Diseases of the mammary glands

There are often cases when a woman on her own cannot understand why the nipples itch and hurt, and every day this symptom only gets worse. In this case, it should be concluded that itching is an indicator of the presence of any disease.

Why the nipple itches, the mammologist will be able to answer after a visual examination and the appointment of a number of laboratory tests to the patient.

Dermatitis eczema

On the delicate skin of the breast, swelling and rashes may appear due to dysfunction of the nervous system or disorders of the functioning of the endocrine system. Itchy nipples of varying intensity can be troubling for patients.

If untreated, eczema will begin to form. If treatment is ignored, this disease will be very similar to breast cancer, so it is necessary to immediately consult a specialist when symptoms appear. The first and most important indicator of this disease will be that both breasts itch at the same time.

Infections

Many infectious diseases can be accompanied by chest pain, itching and burning. A specialist can diagnose acne, psoriasis, thrush, urticaria, scabies, and other types of infectious diseases.

Each type requires a certain therapy, so if the nipples itch, and moisturizing cream and hygiene procedures do not help, then it is recommended to immediately consult a doctor.

Modern drugs will help you quickly get rid of inflammatory and infectious diseases.

Mammary cancer

The presence of some symptoms should seriously alert a woman. If, on palpation, a seal is observed, the chest hurts, spotting appears, the itching in the nipples does not stop, then there is a possibility that breast cancer may be detected during diagnosis.

At an early stage, it is treated, so it is important to timely identify the disease.

Paget’s cancer

The symptoms of this disease are similar to many others, and at first it usually does not cause concern in women. Among the most common symptoms are: peeling of the nipple skin, redness, irritation, while the nipples are constantly itchy.

These symptoms can completely disappear and appear a little later, but in a very complex form.

Trauma

The chest itches when a scratch heals, after a blow or after surgery. This is a defensive reaction of the body – damaged tissues heal, cells are renewed.

You cannot think that the symptoms will disappear along with the bruise. The blow can cause the cyst to grow, and the chest will ache and itch.

Stress

The body reacts to any changes in the composition of the blood. Stress increases the release of adrenaline. The woman’s breasts begin to itch and swell, the vessels tone up and narrow. The increased blood flow causes itching.

To eliminate the problem, you need to take sedatives, vitamins, do not forget about evening walks and a relaxing bath before bedtime. Warm milk with a teaspoon of natural honey will ideally complement the course of treatment. You need to drink it an hour before bedtime.

Itchy nipples in childhood

Puberty in the female sex occurs under the influence of hormones secreted by the endocrine glands. Estrogens and androgens are responsible for the regulation of puberty.

The growth of the mammary glands occurs against the background of the production of estrogen. At the same time, they swell, increasing in size. Often girls complain of pain in the chest and itching in the nipples. Usually such changes occur at 8 years of age, but can also be observed at the age of 6-7 years. These symptoms should not cause concern for mothers. Itching is not a pathology. But in order to exclude the development of other diseases, you should visit a dermatologist and mammologist. Even if there are no other symptoms (for example, peeling of the nipples, discharge from them).

How is the diagnosis

Itching is a symptom that occurs in a variety of diseases. Even if it is also accompanied by other signs, this will not allow you to independently understand what kind of disease you have. The fact is that the symptoms of the diseases listed above are often not pronounced or atypical. It is easy to confuse them and treat a non-existent ailment, while so undetected pathology will worsen. Another moment is the latent course of the disease, when there are practically no external manifestations. Diagnostics in this case will be effective only after laboratory or, possibly, instrumental and hardware studies.

To begin with, the doctor will find out all the patient’s complaints. After that, a visual examination will begin, if necessary, the glands are probed. Clinical manifestations are not always sufficient to make a diagnosis. So, if an allergy is suspected, the patient will be asked to undergo a test to find out the allergen.

To clarify the state of the mammary glands with gynecomastia, it is prescribed:

Ultrasound,
analysis of hormone levels,
puncture biopsy,
mammography.

The same list of studies can be recommended when detecting oncology, in case the diagnosis of Paget’s cancer is in question.

The assessment of the functions of the organs of internal secretion is carried out in this way:

blood sugar test,
analysis of hormone levels (LH, SHBG, TSH, prolactin, estradiol)

When should you see a doctor if you experience itching in the nipples?

When there are no other symptoms when itching occurs (discoloration of halos, swelling, peeling, ulcers), possible causes of its appearance must be excluded.

What to do:

Change the powder and rinse aid with which you wash your laundry.
Synthetic underwear that is irritating should be avoided.
If possible, stop taking medications, they may be causing an allergic reaction.
Change hygiene products and beauty products – they can also cause atopic dermatitis.

If the above tips did not help, you should not use alternative methods, it is better to immediately consult a doctor.

Recommendations for eliminating itching

Before treating itching, it is necessary to establish the exact cause. They are not always harmless. But there are general recommendations that are only beneficial.

Increased hygiene. It is imperative to take a shower without using a washcloth or, if impossible, wash the bust using baby soap or gel.
Treat the breast with a soothing lotion, apply gauze tampons with aloe juice to the affected areas, securing them with a plaster that does not interfere with air circulation. After removal, be sure to let the skin rest for 2-3 hours.
Choose the right underwear, taking into account the size, style and material of the product.
Take a complex of vitamins, royal jelly in any form.
Take walks, choosing parks where there are many trees, there is a pond, a fountain.
Avoid open sunlight. Together with heat and sweating, they increase the itching.

Unpleasant sensations on the chest can appear when the internal organs are malfunctioning. This means that diseases of the kidneys, liver, stomach, duodenum are not excluded. Itching causes type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus, increased sweating. It is imperative to undergo an examination at the initial stage of discomfort in order to find out why the mammary gland itches and what to do. Even with a complex disease, a very high degree of completely overcome it.

How to get rid of the problem

If you find redness, swelling, burning or pain in the chest area, it is recommended that you first contact a specialist. He will tell you what to do if your nipple itches. A quick response to such a symptom will avoid more serious problems.

A specialist is sure to clarify whether one nipple itches or both, since with various diseases in the body, the symptoms manifest themselves in different ways. Soreness of the area around the nipples can be associated with very harmless factors, but it is recommended to exclude serious diseases such as eczema or cancer at an early stage.

Itchy nipples – treatment

Treatment of pruritus depends entirely on its cause, which must be ascertained by a qualified professional.

We do not recommend self-medication with the development of itching sensations in the area of the halos of the mammary glands, since if you try to make a diagnosis yourself and if you do not have correct treatment, you can miss breast cancer

What a doctor can prescribe:

In the treatment of thrush – Pimafucin, Candida solution or Bepanten;
Atopic dermatitis (allergy) – antihistamines + refusal to contact the allergen;
Eczema, psoriasis – anti-inflammatory, healing drugs;
PMS and pregnancy – do not require treatment;
Dry skin – proper nutrition + moisturizers and oils;
Itching after childbirth – rinsing with chamomile solution.

Itchy nipples – preventive measures

Wear comfortable cotton clothing, don’t let your skin rot.
Moisturize your skin with calendula cream or sea buckthorn oil.
Treat the piercing carefully if you have piercings.
Empty your breast correctly while breastfeeding.
Practice good hygiene.
Use hypoallergenic cosmetics.
Visit a mammologist once a year.

A correct lifestyle and periodic visits to a specialist will reduce the occurrence of such a problem to a minimum.

Folk omens why the chest itches

Since ancient times, it has been believed that a woman’s breasts are the area responsible for desires, mind and peace of mind. She is an emotionally vulnerable part of the body.

With mental anxiety, women wonder why the left breast itches. It is located at the heart. According to legend, he is responsible for emotions, speaks of longing for a loved one. If the left breast of a lady in love is itching, then a close man thinks about it. If a girl’s heart is free, and her left breast itches, it is believed that a young man is unrequitedly in love with her.

There is a popular omen that the right breast itches to an unexpected pleasant acquaintance. The right gland is responsible for the mind, intelligence, logical thinking. Before making new acquaintances, you need to think it over well.

Itching in the chest must have a cause. And if the gland not only itches, but also hurts, then this indicates a disease. When the first symptoms appear, you should immediately consult a doctor. Only a doctor can help you figure out what it means to itch the mammary glands. A preventive annual visit to a mammologist for early detection of pathology should not be ignored.

Sources used and useful links on the topic: https://mammolog.guru/zabolevaniya-grudi/bolevye-oshchushcheniya-i-zud/cheshutsya-soski.html https://ProZyd.ru/zhenskij/pochemu-cheshutsya-soski-u -ghenshchin.html https://netzudu.ru/telo/cheshutsya-soski https://www.mammologia.ru/simptomy/pochemu-cheshetsya-grud-prichiny-i-sposoby-ustraneniya-zuda/ https: // athletic -store.ru/zud/cheshetsya-grud-prichiny-i-sposoby-ustraneniya-zuda-grudnoj-zhelezy https://RusMeds.com/cheshetsya-sosok-u-muzhchin https://athletic-store.ru/zud / pochemu-cheshutsya-soski-u-muzhchin-prichiny-i-lechenie-zuda-soskov https://BraBook.ru/zabolevanija/simptomatika/pochemu-cheshetsja-grud.html

Post source: lastici.ru