Question 1

my nipples have large raised bumps some that look to be filled with something like a pimple they are on and around my nipples they come and go?

Accepted Answer

Probably: These are probably enlarge oil glands or sweat glands.

Question 2

i have a skin tag on my nipple and underneath the skin tag is a bump filled with puss. whenever i take a shower, the bump gets bigger. suggestions?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: The entire thing can be easily removed.

Question 3

puss filled zit looking bump with brown crusty on top on side of nipple. very very painful for 3 days before bump. have had for 3 days. just a zit?

Accepted Answer

Zebra,: Oil glands in the nipple are  large so when they get infectedm they hurt more.  Get bactroban or altabax (retapamulin).

Question 4

i have small bumps on my breast near the nipple that are itchy and weep fluid and sometimes have pus filled bumps as well . what is it ?

Accepted Answer

Areolar glands: Areolar glands are sebaceous glands in the areola surrounding the nipple. The glands make oily secretions (lipoid fluid) to keep the areola and the nipple lubricated and protected. The round bumps are found in the areola, and on the nipple itself. They can become exposed and raised when the nipple is stimulated, and irritated by over-stimulation and ill-fitting clothing.  Visit your doc to be sure

Question 5

where my nipple meets the areola, i have what looks like a yellow/white puss filled bump. looks like a zit almost. started combination bc 1 week ago.

Accepted Answer

Bump on areola : Probably your glands filled with secretions. Leave alone as this is normal unless painful then get examined

Question 6

lately i've found somewhat large hard lumps on both sides of my chest and small puss filled bumps on my areolas. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Staph: You may have a mild staff infection I would try using an antiseptic soap if this does not improve I would let a physician see it and give you a definitive diagnosis

Question 7

i have started getting tiny, itchy water filled bumps on my arms and chest when exercising (indoors). are these sweat blisters? any prevention tips?

Accepted Answer

Heat rash: It sounds like a type of heat rash known as miliaria crystallina.See if online pics match. Avoid situations that can lead to excessive sweating, such as hot, humid environments and strenuous physical activity.Dry your skin thoroughly (baby powder as needed); and wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothes ideally made w/cotton.However with all this said, take a picture and bring it to a derm ; confirm.

Question 8

i am 32 weeks pregnant. 2 weeks ago i started getting red fluid (waterish) filled bumps over my stomach area. they itch extremely.
it started to spread to my upper chest area, then to my back, legs, arms and even face. what can i use to stop the itch?

Accepted Answer

Rash with itching ?
: A common phenomenon causing a pruritic rash may be delayed hypersensitivity to a long standing use of a detergent, like TIDE.  Change laundry soap to Ivory Snow (not a detergent) and wash all long contact garments and bedsheets.  Over the counter benadryl may work to reduce the itching, but consult your OB physician for the appropriate dose.

Question 9

what could these bumps on my nipples be?

Accepted Answer

? Montgomery Glands: Small bumps on the aerola surrounding the nipple may be montgomery glands (which are normal).

Question 10

i have a bump on my nipples. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It is depend on the size of bump onthe nipples whetherb or not it i a pimple or a furuncle(skin infection).  One canuse topical such as otc neosporin, other may require oral antibiotic.Your doctor can give appropriate med  depend on evaluation.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Sebum filled bump on nipple

A member asked:

My nipples have large raised bumps some that look to be filled with something like a pimple they are on and around my nipples they come and go?

A member asked:

I have a skin tag on my nipple and underneath the skin tag is a bump filled with puss. whenever i take a shower, the bump gets bigger. suggestions?

A member asked:

Puss filled zit looking bump with brown crusty on top on side of nipple. very very painful for 3 days before bump. have had for 3 days. just a zit?

A member asked:

I have small bumps on my breast near the nipple that are itchy and weep fluid and sometimes have pus filled bumps as well . what is it ?

A member asked:

Where my nipple meets the areola, i have what looks like a yellow/white puss filled bump. looks like a zit almost. started combination bc 1 week ago.

A member asked:

Lately i've found somewhat large hard lumps on both sides of my chest and small puss filled bumps on my areolas. is this normal?

A member asked:

I have started getting tiny, itchy water filled bumps on my arms and chest when exercising (indoors). are these sweat blisters? any prevention tips?

A member asked:

I am 32 weeks pregnant. 2 weeks ago i started getting red fluid (waterish) filled bumps over my stomach area. they itch extremely. it started to spread to my upper chest area, then to my back, legs, arms and even face. what can i use to stop the itch?

A member asked:

What could these bumps on my nipples be?

A member asked:

I have a bump on my nipples. should i be worried?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?