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  • Female
  • 29 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I've been having this issue with my right nipple where it keeps getting dry and itchy off and on for a few weeks now. There's also this dry patch on the areola area, like dry skin. I try using moisturizer, and it helps a bit, but it goes back to being dry and itchy pretty quickly, especially after showering. There's no pain or bleeding, or anything else weird going on. Should I be worried about this? Does it sound serious?

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visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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