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Occasional inversion/dip in areola? Please help??

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mcncheri
mcncheri

I've only noticed this change around this month of my cycle, though I've managed to successfully terrify myself thanks to Google...

More frequently--multiple times a day at that--either one or both of my areolae seem to 'dip' or pull inward. TMI--but the actual nipple isn't an issue here, it's just...the outside portion. I only have sharp needle-like pain in my left breast, and I have an examination for this on Tuesday, but I'm not sure if anyone else has experienced similar to this??

I'm only 18, and I'm /terrified/ it might be the big BC despite low risk.

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  • sharPharmD
    sharPharmD mcncheri

    Posted

    I am glad you are seeing a doctor. It is most likely nothing but it's good to check. I would cut back on Caffeine because that can cause more breast pain

  • vicki85531
    vicki85531 mcncheri

    Posted

    Hi mcncheri,

    I am 28 and have the same problem as you. I just wanted to check if you have been assessed yet and if so, how it went?

    Thanks 

    • mcncheri
      mcncheri vicki85531

      Posted

      I haven't had the actual exam yet, due to my age they only gave me a blood test and a referral, so I'm still awaiting results. The problem still hasn't gone away, but I have read it might be a hormonal imbalance at best ??

      I've also noticed that under my left breast it seems to be lumpy in nature, I only hope it's due to acne or something of the sort...

      I'll be sure to keep you updated! Best.

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