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Jakarta, Spasi-id.com - tits that are itchy can be caused by a number of things from dry to a sign of a person entering menopause, according to a medical expert.
"Not rare nipples become a skin inflammation. The skin is thin and vulnerable to low humidity. Stress in any form could trigger an itch, 'said the dermatologist in North Carolina, Beth Goldstein, MD like a Livestrong broadcast, Wednesday (14 / 9) and the intermediate.
Sometimes dry skin is associated with the underlying conditions like eczema. The cold and windy conditions can dry up a person's skin, just like the heating that absorbs moisture from the air, according to Mayo Clinic.
Too long a bath with warm water can be another cause, because hot water can eliminate the natural oil that hydrates the skin.
On the other hand, the cause of itchy nipples can also be because of an allergic reaction when skin is touched with an ithian. Remember, did recently start using detergent, soap, lotion, or even start using a different kind of cloth?
If the skin around the nipples is red, itchy, swollen, scaly or burning, it may be a case of delectitis contact, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
Another cause of itchy nipples is pregnancy. The hormone shift and skin stretch during pregnancy can make a person more susceptible to itchy and sensitive skin, including the nipples, according to Ohio medical advisor Kimberly Langdon, MD.
According to him, a mild itch during pregnancy is usually nothing to worry about, but notice if the itch becomes intense, especially when someone tries to sleep, according to Mayo Clinic. This could be a sign of pregnancy cholestasis, a serious complication that requires medical attention.
Menopause can also make someone's nipples itch. When the body's estrogen hormone levels go down, the skin becomes more dry and thinner so it makes it more susceptible to itching and irritation.
Besides, itchy nipples aren't usually a sign of major health issues. But there's a possibility of itchy breast rash or scaly cancer being a sign of certain breast cancer including inflammatory breast cancer or Paget disease, note Dr. Goldstein. The cancer is rare, but if the symptoms of nipples or breasts don't go away, then it's important to examine them.
