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LADIES;
At any time during the past 24 hours, have YOU taken time just for yourself, to Take Off Your Bra?
Are YOU still wearing your bra 24/7/365?
When YOU are in the privacy and safety of your own home, do you TAKE Off Your Bra?
At least when YOU go to sleep for the night, do you TAKE OFF Your Bra?
If YOU are at least 40 years of age, have you made an appointment with your physician to discuss scheduling your MAMMOGRAM?
If you are at least 25 years of age, do you practice monthly BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION?
If you are at least 20 years of age, do you practice BREAST MASSAGE?
JEZEBEL has a question for you, u, You, U, and YOU -
What TYPE Of NIPPLE Are YOU?
Are YOU having NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
Now would probably be a good time for you to TAKE OFF YOUR BRA.
HEALTHLINE reports on
NIPPLE PROBLEMS, CAUSES, DIAGNOSIS, and TREATMENT:
Nipple problems are caused by illnesses starting in your body or irritants in your environment.
Many nipple problems are NOT related to breast cancer, but they could indicate a serious underlying condition. Always see a doctor if you have nipple discharge. Nipple problems, including those involving the milk ducts, can develop in men as well as women.
What MEDICAL CONDITIONS could cause NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
Pregnancy
Infections
Small, benign (noncancerous) tumors
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
Ectasia (widening of the milk ducts)
Pituitary Gland Tumor
Paget’s Disease of the Breast
What ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS could cause NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
Your nipples can become irritated, sore, or even cracked due to friction. Running and sexual activity are sometimes causes of temporary nipple problems due to vigorous rubbing.
There are also medicines prescribed for unrelated conditions that can cause breast swelling and nipple discharge. Certain birth control pills can also cause nipple problems, including discharge.
A severe blow to your breast or unusual pressure on the chest can also cause nipple discharge.
How do doctors diagnose NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
YOU will know right away if you have a NIPPLE PROBLEM.
You might see discharge, such as pus or a white, watery fluid. You may also feel pain, itchiness, or swelling in your nipples. See your doctor right away if you have any discharge at all or discomfort that lasts for more than a few days.
You may also notice changes in the shape of your nipple(s) or in the areola (the skin around your nipple), such as puckering or dimpling of the skin. Monthly discomfort that lasts just a few days could be related to hormone fluctuations during your menstrual cycle. Don't hesitate to discuss any changes concerning your breasts, areolas, or nipples with your doctor.
Your doctor will examine your nipple and areola. He or she will ask you about medicines you are taking, any changes in your diet, whether you might be pregnant, and any recent exercise or activity that could have irritated your nipples.
If your problem involves discharge, your doctor may perform a test to find out how many of the ducts that bring fluid to your nipples are involved.
Your doctor may want you to have a mammogram. A mammogram is an imaging test that
records an image of the tissues inside your breast. This exam can reveal if there is a growth inside your breast causing the problem.
If your doctor thinks you may have Paget’s disease—a rare breast cancer—he or she may order a skin biopsy.
Other tests you might receive include:
- prolactin level blood test
- thyroid hormone test
- CT scan
- MRI scan
Is there treatment for NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
The TREATMENT will depend on the specific cause(s) of your NIPPLE PROBLEM.
Infections
Infections of the nipple will be treated with the appropriate medicine. For example, a bacterial infection will require antibiotics. If you have a fungal infection, such as candidiasas, your doctor will prescribe an antifungal. These medicines may be taken by mouth or applied to your skin.
Small, benign tumor
A noncancerous tumor doesn’t need to be removed, but your doctor may
schedule you for regular check-ups to monitor its growth.
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is when your body doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones and can upset the normal balance of chemical reactions in the body. Replacing the missing hormones with a prescription medicine can treat hypothyroidism.
Ectasia
Most ectasia, swollen milk ducts, goes away on its own. If you
continue to be bothered by it, you should ask your doctor about surgery to remove the swollen milk ducts. If ectasia causes a bacterial infection in your nipples, your doctor can prescribe an antibiotic.
Pituitary tumor
Also known as prolactinoma, a pituitary tumor is usually benign and might not require treatment at all. Because of its location in your head, these tumors can press on the nerves that lead to your eyes, causing vision problems if they grow too large. In that case, surgery is required to remove them.
Pituitary tumors can also be treated with two medicines, bromocriptine and cabergoline, which reduce the amount of prolactin in your system. If the tumor does not
respond to medication or continues to grow, radiation treatments may be necessary.
Paget’s disease of the breast
The treatment for this cancer
depends on whether tumors are found elsewhere in the breast besides the nipple. If no other tumors are found, treatment includes surgery to remove the nipple and areola, followed by a series of radiation treatments on the whole breast. If other tumors are found, you may need a mastectomy to remove the entire breast.
Additionally;
If you have not already done so - Take Off Your Bra and LOOK AT YOUR NIPPLES.
Is the appearance, color, shape, size, sensitivity, texture, puffiness, protrusion, inversion, or hairiness of your nipples causing you to have NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
If so, 007 BREASTS has even more information on
NIPPLE CONCERNS, PROBLEMS, And A GALLERY Of NIPPLES.
Do you have PIERCED NIPPLES that are causing you to have NIPPLE PROBLEMS?
If so, eHOW is ready to assist you with information on
PIERCED NIPPLE PROBLEMS.
LADIES;
HAPPY TAKE OFF YOUR BRA, TAKE CARE Of YOUR BREASTS, TAKE CARE Of YOUR NIPPLES, And TAKE CARE Of YOURSELVES BRALESS THURSDAY!!!
PEACE, LOVE, And BOUNTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BRALESS THURSDAY BLESSINGS;
-CCG