Top
30
Doctor insights on:
Why Do I Have A White Spot On One Of My Nipples
1
Why do I have a white spot on one of my nipples?

Glands: It is normal to have white spots on your nipples. These are glands that help lubricate them during nursing. However, if the spot is tender, has pus or bloody discharge or seems to be getting bigger, see your doctor. ...Read more
Nipple (Definition)
A nipple also known mammary papilla or teat is a small projection of skin containing the outlets for 15–20 lactiferous ducts. Its at the apex or top or breast ...Read more
2
I have been having a shooting pain in one spot of my head, chest and outer ear intermittently. What could be the cause of this?

?: Those pains are so random it is hard to say what is the cause but most likely not anything to be concerned about. ...Read more
4
I have a thick white waxy substance that came out of my right nipple in one spot only. I noticed my nipple was hard and sore.?
Nipple discharge: Could be abscess even non nursing women can get mastitis. Would need antibotics but any woman with a breast mass abnormality/ discharge should get a mammogram with ultrasound as well to be sure. ...Read more
5
I have a "spot" or lump filled with pus right next to my nipple. I noticed it yesterday. It doesn't cause pain just discomfort and I know it's there.
Drainage/Rx: May require incision and drainage as well as antibiotics. See pcp or urgent care clinic for exam. ...Read more
6
22 yrs f age. Have had multiple fibroadenomas both sides fr mny years. In white bra I see yellow spot at nipple area. Sumtimes one side & smtimes both.?
May be normal:
Nipple discharge in a woman isn't necessarily abnormal, but should be evaluated by a doctor.
Nipple discharge can occur, either spontaneously or with squeezing the nipples or breasts. The discharge may appear milky, yellow, green, brown or bloody. It can vary from thick and sticky to thin and watery.
...Read more
7
Recently gotten a red spot on the side of my breast. My nipple got itchy two days ago so scratched it, smaller ones have appeared on the top.?

Red spot:
Please make an appointment to see a Gynecologist as soon as possible.
Hope all goes well - please keep me posted.
...Read more
8
I have pain in my left breast and don't know why it is painful and very tender I feel it hardening in one particular spot it's not muscular or caridio problem the ER refuses to help me they just sent me home I also have had nipple discharge but it's clear

Breast specialist:
You should see your primary care or gynecologist who can refer you to a breast specialist. This is not a problem that can be managed in the emergency room.
Look up fibrocystic changes in some of my other posts, it will help prepare you for your doctors visit.
...Read more
9
I have a circle spot on my chest and it is raw skin and another one is developing next to it.

Cannot tell: A pictures worth 1000 words do a HealthTap consult or see a dermatologist or primary care doctor in person really can't give you an answer with this kind of question ...Read more
10
If it whose fibromyalgia why is the pain in my left side of my chest and holder only it say pain of fibromyalgia is all over your body not in one spot?

Fibromyalgia: If medical workup is normal, it is possible to have pain localized in one area then shift to another after a while. ...Read more
11
What could cause white spots on nipples?
Several things: This is a problem that requires a face-to-face meeting with your doctor. In that meeting, your doctor will listen to you, perform a throrough examination and possibly order labs or other tests. Based on this information, he/she will be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it. ...Read more
12
Why do I have little white spots on my nipples?
? Montgomery Glands?: On areola/ nipple?
Get a more detailed answer ›
13
Blisters in one spot on chest non itchy?

A few options: Might be a local allergic reaction--jewelry, something in pocket of shirt, etc.--or from an insect bite (-s)--or early shingles / zoster. Should see your dr or urgent care dr to have it checked. ...Read more
14
From beginning I thought I had ringworm it grew on one spot I treat it so it's fading away, but can it spread everywhere on my chest after 3 weeks?

Pityriasis rosea: It may not bee ringworm, see a dermatologist, it may be a very benign condition called pityriasis rosea and it should subside on its own. ...Read more
15
I have a lump in the very middle of my chest, when I move skin around it, it stays in one spot, like it's attached or something, no pain or anything?

Maybe a cyst: This growth should be examined by your doctor. It may be a cyst, a lipoma, or possibly something more concerning. ...Read more
16
What can cause white spots on the nipple?

Montgomery Glands: The skin of the nipple has modified oil (sebaceous) glands that lubricate the nipple called montgomery glands. Cysts can develop when these get blocked; rarely, these get infected and need to be lanced. Bottom line: no pain/no drainage/no worries. ...Read more
17
What can cause a black spot on a chest xray?

Air: Most abnormal spots seen in lungs are white. When air gets into soft tissues such as mediastinum, so called pneumomediastinum, or dissects into neck, subcutaneous emphysema, in pleural space, or in pericardial space can be noted as black in form of air collections. ...Read more
18
I have white spots around nipple area, what is the cause of this?
Montgomery Glands?: Small bumps with white material inside are likely montgomery glands. ...Read more
19
I have chest pain in one specific spot on the left side where pectorial muscle is. Sometimes I feel it when I get cold as well. What is it?

Chest pain: Likely it is musculoskeletal given your demograpic, is the pain reproducible by pressing on the site? If not reproducible then a good physical exam is in order. ...Read more
20
I have this raised orange red spot on my chest which is slightly painful. There is another one beside it but it is unpigmented. Is this normal?

No: It is obviously not normal but is is likely a minor issue. Have it evaluated if you are concerned ...Read more
21
Have had sharp chest pains on both sides of the chest. Pain reproduced by pushing on spot had two ekgs and blood work all negative. What is the cause?
Pain: If the pain is reproduced by spot tenderness it is likely musculoskeletal. ...Read more
22
Since last thursday I have had a bad chest infection that came on quite suddenly. This morning I woke up with a white spot on my tonsil. What's the cause of this white spot?

Probably tonsilitis:
Your chest inection probably caused the tonsils infection. Are you on any antibiotics?
You should be
...Read more
23
I have a numbness, fuzzy feeling in one spot on the right side of my chest near my collar bone. Is this possibly something serious? It has been a continuous feeling of numbness/loss of sensation in the same spot for at least 2 weeks since I first noticed

Nerve issue: In the absence of pain, swelling, limitation of motion and respiratory difficulties, most likely you have a localized problem with a small sensory nerve in the skin. At any rate if the symptoms persist for 4 to 6 weeks without resolution, you should get a medical examination. ...Read more
24
My stomach hurts in one spot between my belly button and chest, but just now started a day ago?

May have to see MD: Any stomach pain that did not disappear after a brief time must be seen by a professional (you physician). ...Read more
25
Chest cramps in the breast area. One side only. One spot only. Occasional cramps throughout the day. It's been 5 days?

Breast pain: Your interests are best served by seeing your provider for evaluation and possible imaging. ...Read more
26
Reddish pink spots/blotches on abdominal area and on one nipple and they occasionally get itchy. What could be causing that?

Need eval to know.: These lesions need to be visualized & a history needs to be obtained in order to make an accurate diagnosis. Sometimes lab testing or biopsy is necessary. ...Read more
27
I am suffering from alopecia. Have developed bald spots on my beard one spot on my head and one on my chest. Kindly suggest medication?

Hairloss: Could be alopecia areata. You can try rogaine (minoxidil) but best to go to dermatologist to get prescription medications. ...Read more
28
I get mild angina on the left side of chest in one pin point spot when I get cold. Goes away when I warm up. My siblings have heart murmurs? Wat is it

Not angina: That's not angina (angina is the word used to describe the symptom of inadequate circulation in the heart muscle). Angina is never a discrete spot in your chest-it's a diffuse, hard to point to sensation of tightness or constriction affecting a broad area of your chest that begins during exertion and is relieved by resting. Heart murmurs are completely unrelated. Many are benign. ...Read more
29
Sharp chest pain on gentle masturbation, pain gone in 1 second, repeated and same spot pain lasted one second. Excellent health, 30, EKG great. Angina?
No.: Sharp pains are not characteristic of angina. The duration is too short. Angina would be very unusual in someone your age. ...Read more
30
On going buzzing sensation in feet. Can't stand in one spot without feeling faint. On going chest pain too and constant burping. Help?
ER/UC: chest pain, sensation of near faiting and unexplained sensations require immediate medical evlauation at an ER or UC clinic- I suggest that you go now. ...Read more
- Talk to a doctor online
- Why do i have scabs on my nipples?
- Why have my nipples turned white?
- Why do my nipples turn white?
- Why do i have white spots on my gums?
- Why do i have white spots on my arms?
- Why do i have a white under my teeth?
- I have a white spot under my eye
- I have a sore white spot on my gums
- Why does my baby have white discharge coming from his nipples what can i do?