Question 1

what does it mean when your nipples are sore ?

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Sore Nipples: Sore nipples are a common complaint among women. Although your period ended 12 days ago, you may be experiencing hormonal fluctuations. Fluctuating levels of the hormone estrogen may cause sore nipples. Yes, pregnancy can also cause sore nipples, but if you have your period recently, this may not be the case. Birth control pills may also cause sore nipples because they can also cause fluctuations.

Question 2

what does it mean when your nipples are sore and ichy?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Many women will have those symptoms as the Progesterone level rises because the nipple can be more sensitive to progesterone.  The Progesterone level increases after ovulation and falls just before the period starts - if conception occurs the Progesterone levels stays elevated and goes even higher due to the pregnancy.

Question 3

what does it mean when your nipples are sore and your areole gets darker and your period is light pink and it only last for a few seconds for 3 days?

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Chance of pregnancy: Check a pregnancy test: the symptoms you describe could mean you are pregnant.

Question 4

what does it mean when your nipples are always sore and your breast itches?

Accepted Answer

Could be fungal?: Try combining some lotrimin (clotrimazole) cream with Hydrocortisone cream and placing that on for a month.  If its fungal, with it sounds like it is, then it takes that long to stop the growth then your skin gros it out.  That's the most likely issue.  Gd loc.

Question 5

my nipples are sore and itchy :( what could this mean? :/

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Sore nipples: Is there a rash or redness? Any discharge? Does shirt/blouse rub nipples often? Best to have fp examine area for signs of paget's ds of breast or infectious rash.

Question 6

ttc, 2dpo sore nipples ... what could it mean?

Accepted Answer

No impact: This is unlikely related to any ovulation or infertility issues.

Question 7

what do hard sore nipples mean?

Accepted Answer

Hormonal changes: Any changes in pain with the breast can be related to hormone changes, but given your age it is worthwhile to see a doctor to get an exam and make sure that you have had a recent mammogram.

Question 8

what do sore nipples mean at the age oh 51?

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See a doctor: The quick answer is that the breasts @ any age are still hormonally sensitive. That will never fully go away. Are you taking medications? Have you had a mammogram? Have you had a breast exam? What is your family history? See a doctor to be evaluated. No need to wonder. Your evaluation will be quick and very simple.

Question 9

what does it mean when you have sore nipples?

Accepted Answer

Get help: There are several ways you can fix this, but the one thing not to do is to just wait and hope it will get better. A lactation consultant or nurse or doctor can help. If you are sore and cracked, it will cause you pain and put you are risk for infection! try allowing the nipple to air dry with some breast milk on them after feeds and review the baby's latch on position carefully. Good luck!

Question 10

my nipples are "sore" 3 weeks after unprotected sex! what could this mean?

Accepted Answer

If sexually active: with missed period you could be pregnant. Don't know if 50 years is your age - as listed age isn't always age for the person who is actually asking.

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