Question 1

why have my nipples turned white?

Accepted Answer

Vasospasm: This could be a sign of vasospasm, which is when your blood vessels constrict and restrict blood flow to the area.  To help with this keep your whole body warm and breasfeed in a warm place.  As soon as a vasospasm occurs, interrupt pumping or feeding and warm your nipples for 10min with a warm cloth.  Avoiding caffeine and smoking can help.

Question 2

my nipples turned white. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Possible thrush: You probabely have thrush infection of your nipples
you can use over the counter anifungal cream like econozole etc and if it does not clear than consult your doctor.

Question 3

the tips of my nipples turned white all of a sudden and have stayed that way for a couple days now.. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

?hormonal changes: There has been reported cases of hormonal fluctuations causing skin color changes, even on the nipples.  At times, this can be seen in pregnancy too. Have a check up at your Dr.'s office if they stay white.  If breast feeding, thrush in the baby to the nipple,....may cause your nipples to look white too.   Best wishes.

Question 4

my breasts have been really sore and my nipples turned white about 2 weeks ago. why would this be happening?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: If you feel there is a dramatic change in nipple color then schedule a visit with a dermatologist. There are certain pigmentation disorders that can cause this.

Question 5

my son recently turned 14, for several months now i've noticed his nipples getting large. they are so large now that i'm concerned. what should i do?

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See your doctor: Your doctor will be able to examine your sone and determine if it is a normal, temporary adolescent condition such as gynecomastia or something else.

Question 6

my nipples have turned a black purple color, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Purple Nipples: Nipples may darken or change colors in to hormone changes during premenstrual time frame, period, pregnancy ; menopause. Consider taking a pregnancy test if your period is late.

Question 7

my nipples have suddenly turned purple, is this anything tow orry about?

Accepted Answer

Look up Raynaud's: phenomenon of the nipples.  Keep them warm. Not worrisome, just a pain.

Question 8

my nipples have turned puffy over the past month, they never used to be and i am really unhappy with them. is this just puberty? will they go away?

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Things to look for: yes, it likely will get better over a couple weeks.  Things to look for that might indicate a more serious problem such as infection are: redness, warmth, worsening pain, discharge, skin retraction, or a mass.  You should have a doctor examine you if you notice these things.

Question 9

why do my nipples hurt?

Accepted Answer

Needcontext: There are a myriad of reasons for any particular, single symptom. We need to know the timing, setting, associated symptoms, etc, before we can even begin to give an educated guess.

Question 10

why are my nipples soar?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It could be that you don't have enough Progesterone to counteract your normal estrogen.

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My breasts have been really sore and my nipples turned white about 2 weeks ago. why would this be happening?

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My son recently turned 14, for several months now i've noticed his nipples getting large. they are so large now that i'm concerned. what should i do?

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My nipples have turned puffy over the past month, they never used to be and i am really unhappy with them. is this just puberty? will they go away?

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