What Causes Itchy Nipples?
Disease description:
I’ve had some itching around my nipple lately and keep scratching it. Could you please tell me what this symptom might indicate?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Yong
Hello, there are many possible causes of nipple itching, including:
1. **Skin allergy**, triggered by local irritation.
2. **Breast disorders**, such as mammary gland hyperplasia or intraductal papilloma of the major lactiferous ducts.
3. **Nipple eczema**, which may result from prolonged sweating or tight-fitting bras.
4. **Premenstrual nipple itching and pain**, associated with qi stagnation and blood stasis, or deficiency of qi and blood.
5. **Underdeveloped nipples**, such as inverted or flat nipples.
I hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!
