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- $Title{Cause of Itchy Nipple}
- $Subject{Paget's cancers biopsy breast cancer Skin Itchy Nipple Paget disease
- mammography lumps breasts Itch Itches Nipples mammographies lump ill defined
- symptom symptoms}
- $Volume{L-19, N-19}
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- Cause of Itchy Nipple
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- QUESTION: What could cause an itchy nipple?
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- ANSWER: When a woman who has a persistently itchy nipple, it could be nothing
- serious, but it might also be a symptom of the breast cancer called Paget's
- disease.
- Even if there is no visible change, if you have this problem, you should
- have your doctor check it. A physical examination and mammography (breast
- x-ray) can reveal any lumps or other causes for concern. If you are pregnant,
- your doctor may choose to perform an ultrasound examination instead of
- mammography. In addition, a small biopsy, performed under local anesthesia,
- can be done safely even if you are pregnant.
- These tests will determine whether the cause of your itching nipple is
- benign, or provide the early detection of a more serious condition, so
- important for effective treatment.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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