After pregnancy, women's bodies undergo significant changes. Not only does their abdomen gradually swell, but their breasts also show some changes, such as darkening of nipples and areolas. They may also feel breast swelling and pain, and sometimes during pregnancy, women may experience nipple itching. So, what's going on with itchy nipples during pregnancy?
Itching nipples during pregnancy may be caused by an increase in estrogen and progesterone secretion in the body after a successful pregnancy, which is a normal phenomenon. Moreover, as the pregnancy progresses, the nipples of pregnant women may become swollen. At this time, a towel can be used for hot compress to relieve the itching and swelling sensation.
Women's nipples may experience friction with underwear, which can easily cause itching. If subjected to certain stimulation, it may also cause redness and swelling, so pregnant women should pay attention to the material of underwear. In addition, the nipples of pregnant women secrete milk. If hygiene is not taken care of, it is easy to breed various bacteria, which can stimulate the nipples and cause itching symptoms.
Eczema is a very common skin disease, and women's immunity decreases after pregnancy, so they are prone to developing eczema, which may spread to the nipple, areola, or even the entire breast. Its symptoms are papules on the skin, accompanied by itching. At this time, do not self medicate. You should go to the hospital and seek treatment from a doctor.
