Contents:
- Medical Video: Understand The Symptoms Of Breast Cancer - Manipal Hospital
- Various characteristics of breast nipple changes that should not be underestimated
- 1. The nipples appear to go inside
- 2. Changes in nipple and breast size
- 3. The nipples and areola feel erect and bumpy
- 4. Changes in the color and texture of the nipple
- 5. The nipples are painful
Medical Video: Understand The Symptoms Of Breast Cancer - Manipal Hospital
Milk nipples are an important "asset" for a woman. If you are aware of unusual changes in your nipples, you must be aware of any health problems. For that, you should know what changes might occur in your nipples.
Various characteristics of breast nipple changes that should not be underestimated
Changing nipples to unusual conditions can be caused by various causes. For example, changes in breast nipples that occur outside of pregnancy and are not too severe, this can be due to the menstrual cycle or the presence of lumps such as fibroadenomas and intraductal papillomas that are not caused by cancer.
In addition, abnormal nipples can also be due to discharge which often occurs at menopause. The liquid that comes out is usually gray or greenish with a thick and sticky texture. But don't worry, this condition is still normal and usually occurs because the milk duct is blocked, causing swelling during menopause.
But if the cause of breast nipple changes due to cancer attacks, then one or both breasts will emit blood. If this happens, you should immediately consult a doctor.
1. The nipples appear to go inside
Different nipple shape variations - nipples into the inside even look smaller - often causing concern to women. The nipples that go inside are usually marked with a basin that should arise outward, but what happens is the opposite. Usually this condition has become innate and does not occur suddenly. So basically, this condition is not an indication of a medical problem that you have to worry about.
Conversely, if you are born with the condition of the nipples that arise out but now appear to be changing into, especially if this only happens in one breast, you are advised to check this condition with the doctor to find out whether there are health problems or not.
2. Changes in nipple and breast size
Have you ever noticed the size of your nipple and breasts will enlarge when entering the menstrual cycle, being pregnant, breastfeeding, even when using oral contraception? Of course this is still included in the normal category and will return to normal after passing through all these phases.
Basically, most women have asymmetrical breasts (look big next to). However, you must be aware that the difference in breast size looks abnormal. Because, breast cancer can result in asymmetrical changes in breast size, both gradually and suddenly. Asymmetrical size conditions are also often associated with mastitis, which is an infection of breast tissue that often occurs in nursing mothers.
Well, the easiest way to find out if there are changes in the nipples is to pay attention when the bra feels not "right" anymore. It may feel tighter, causing discomfort when worn.
3. The nipples and areola feel erect and bumpy
Other signs that can help you find out about changes in the nipple, when you find an unusual lump in the area around the nipple and areola. This condition is not too severe if caused by intraductal papilloma, blocked milk ducts, or infections that are still easily treated. But it may also be caused by non-invasive breast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ.
Differentiate the condition with nipples and areola that become erect and bumpy while feeling cold, being touched, and during pregnancy caused by the areola preparing for the breastfeeding process. Usually this happens as a normal response and will return after the stimulus disappears.
4. Changes in the color and texture of the nipple
The texture and color of the nipples and areola will turn darker and bigger as a response to hormonal changes in the body. For example, when the breasts are being prepared for the breastfeeding process.
It is important for you to be aware, if this condition occurs outside of pregnancy, such as skin thickening, swelling, or inflammation of the nipples and areola. Especially if this happens only on one side of the breast. Don't underestimate this condition, and you should immediately consult your doctor.
5. The nipples are painful
Nipple pain normally occurs during pregnancy and in the menstrual cycle, so if outside of these periods the nipples are painful, immediately check your health condition.
In essence, never ignore the pain and even pain that attacks your breasts. If changes in the nipples appear that look abnormal, you should be suspicious of any health problems. It is better to do early detection to prevent problems in the breast further developing, even you still have a better chance to take care if the problem is seen earlier.
