Question 1

what can cause nipple pain/burning with no discharge?

Accepted Answer

Local irritation: Depends if you are breastfeeding or not ! Assuming you are not pregnant, nipple tenderness and pain occur in situations where estrogen levels are high, in the first half of the menstrual cycle. Local abrasion, tight bra, tight-fitting clothes, can all be culprits ...

Question 2

can hidradenitis suppurative in armpit  cause upper breast and nipple pain and burning in armpit? had one lump popped it and now have rope like lump

Accepted Answer

Yes: See a dermatologist. You may want surgery to remove the diseased skin in an effort to cure it.

Question 3

why do my nipples feel like they are burning?

Accepted Answer

They may be dry: If you are a new to breastfeeding your nipples may become raw and irritated until they "toughen up" during the process. Lanolin or your own milk can help ease the transition.

Question 4

my nipples feel like they are burning. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal.: While we'd need more information to hazard a guess as to what's specifically going on, the nipples shouldn't generally be burning.

Question 5

my nipples feel like they are burning. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Go see a doctor: Hard to say over the internet.  Has there been trauma?  Are you male or female?  Do you have new laundry soap?  New bra?  New clothes?  Any discharge from the nipple?  These answers will all be helpful in order to help you.

Question 6

nipple pain, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Nipple pain: Usually this is hormonal as long as there is no breast mass.

Question 7

is it normal to have burning pain in your nipples?

Accepted Answer

No: Check bra is not rubbing. Use moisturizing cream. Try Motrin for pain.  If skin is red, hard or brest very tender, see doctor.

Question 8

i've got nipple pain and don't know what would it be?

Accepted Answer

Nipple pain: Some women experience pain of nipples when stressed or cold due to vasospasm (raynaud’s of the nipple).  Allergies  to deodorants, lotions ; soap can cause pain. Eczema or psoriasis can lead to nipple pain.  When the nipple is engorged it can cause pain. Hormonal changes can cause (puberty, pms, period, pregnancy ; breast feeding). Thrush or bacterial infections can lead to pain.  Friction against.

Question 9

what to do if i have nipple pain and don't know what would it be?

Accepted Answer

Breast exam : Please see your MD for a breast exam, possible initiation of biennial mammograms, BRCA screening, and full history/exam. Good luck. Is there a rash? Discharge? Dimpling? If you have dry or irritated skin on the nipple protect it from friction and apply a small amount of bacitracin at night to let it heal.

Question 10

can herpes cause burning pains in the nipple?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Herpes outbreaks can occur basically anywhere, even though they are most common in the genital and oral areas. I would certainly have this further evaluated and not assume it is a lesion since there are so many other things that could also cause this pain.

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