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Breast Health

Breast health is often associated with breast cancer. Most women, however, have non-cancerous breast health concerns as well. These include breast pain, breastfeeding, nipple discharge, fibrocystic breasts, and lymph nodes.

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History of the mammogram machine?

Dr. Andre Willemin and Pr Charles Gros in 1965.

Is producing nipple discharge dangerous?

Nipple discharge is a common symptom, particularly with pregnancy or nipple stimulation. Hormonal imbalances can also cause nipple discharge. Rarely, nipple discharge can be a sign of cancer. See your health care provider for accurate diagnosis.

What could it mean when your nipples leak but you are not pregnant?

A clear discharge usually doesn't mean anything. Your nipples are probably sore due to PMS or your period. Check with your local physician. See your Doctor. Any new symptom with your breast is nothing to ignore.

How long does the body stay clean after using a detox product?

Between 18 and 24 hours MAX!!!

I bought the 32 oz fruit punch version of this drink, and was told by the guy at the store to drink it 2 hours before I needed to be clean. After drinking the punch fill the bottle back up with water and drink that as well. Then pee 4 - 5 times, and after that you should be clean.

Why do your breasts secrete clear liquid?

This is normal and many women experience it. It takes a little while until true milk is being produced. Use breast pads to absorb the fluid. If it is or becomes painful or is foul smelling then you should see your doctor or midwife.

Can it be harmful if your man bites hard on your nipples overtime?

You may experience some pain and suffering. You may also experience slight bleeding of the nipple area. Some ways to ease the pain is to ice your nipples.

PS- another way to prevent the pain is to not have people bite your nipples.

Is there anything that you can apply to sore dry bleeding nipples?

PRO-LAN, omg, it works so good and if you are breastfeeding, which I'm sure you are because of this question, it won't hurt the baby, so you don't have to wash it off before feeding. This stage will pass, though, in the meantime find some pro-lan.

AnswerGeranium Leaves!It is the best working, most natural , cheapest option!All u have to do is have the fury side against your nipple and the smooth against breast pad keep it there until next feed then change to a new one no need to wash nipples between feeds!U can store cut leaves in a plastic bag in the fridge!! AnswerI have recently suffered from a dry skin problem around my eyes and lips. I have used Aloe Vera gel with great success. It is non-toxic, healing, antiseptic, moisturising and soothing in very sensitive areas. You can buy 100% gel for �4.99 over the counter. As a previous sufferer, I wish I had known about it at the time. I believe it would be perfect for the nipple area. AnswerYou don't say whether or not you are breast feeding.

If you are breast feeding perhaps the baby is not latching on properly. Check with your doctor to see if there are any local breast feeding clinics you can attend.

If you are not breast feeding contact your doctor immediately. There can be many causes for bleeding nipples, and breast cancer is one of them.

AnswerIf I were breastfeeding and experiencing these symptoms, I'd check with a lactation nurse...any hospital should have one. One thing that is available is Udder Cream. It was originally used for milk cows because in the winter their udders chap, crack and bleed. There are human use formulas, and they work WONDERFULLY. AnswerI agree with the first of these answers, Pro-Lan is marketed specifically for mother's that are breast feeding. However, I also agree with the answer regarding "latching on". Ask your pediatrician whom they would recommend as a resource for your breast feeding questions. And yes, hospitals staff nurses who have the know how so use that too! Answerif you are breastfeeding, at the end of every feed express a few drops of milk and rub them into your nipples, this worked wonders for me and was reccomended to me by my grandmother (they almost always know best!) if this doesnt work try kamilosan (they sell it here in England but i don't know where you are and whether they sell it where u are! it looks revolting but it certainly does work, id try the breastmilk thing first tho (its free!)

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Try "hydrous lanolin" cream. Can get it in a drug store, or in a music store (it's used on trombone slides).

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  • Hand express or pump a few minutes before the feeding. This will elicit letdown and elongate the nipple for the baby so that he does not nurse so aggressively.
  • Nurse on the least sore side first as this is the side that your baby will nurse more aggressively on.
  • You may want to take a mild pain reliever such as Tylenol or Advil about 30 minutes prior to nursing or around the clock until your discomfort lessens or disappears. Both of these drugs are compatible with breastfeeding.
  • Open both sides of your bra during the feeding.
  • Consider applying warm, wet tea bags to your nipples for a short time after nursing. Many moms report that this can be very soothing.
  • Warm, moist compresses (wet washcloth works well) often bring relief to nipples both before and after nursing.
  • After feeding, pat dry your nipples and express some breast milk to rub into them (this should be avoided if you have thrush as it thrives in milk). Breast milk has Vitamin E in it which is very healing to the skin. Note: Avoid applying Vitamin E oil from a capsule to your nipples as this can be toxic to your baby!
  • You also may want to apply a 100% USP modified lanolin preparation, such as Purelan 100, to your nipples after nursing. Apply enough to thoroughly coat the entire nipple/areola area. This does not need to be washed off prior to nursing as it is safe for baby to ingest. Recent studies seem to indicate that using 100% lanolin may hasten the healing process by maintaining the internal moisture of the skin. Avoid other creams and ointments sold for the treatment of sore nipples as these may actually impede healing by preventing air circulation and drying out the skin. Some of these other preparations may also be toxic to your baby and will need to washed off prior to nursing. Over-washing of the nipple area results in a loss of the natural lubricants that protect it and provide it with antibacterial properties.
  • Some moms find a hydrogel pad soothing and healing to nipple trauma.
  • Change your nursing pads immediately once they become even slightly damp. Moisture up against your nipples can prolong healing. If your pad sticks to your nipple moisten it with water before attempting to remove it. Also avoid nursing pads with plastic linings. They prevent the flow of air which is essential to healthy nipples. Stick with 100% cotton pads or pads made of plain paper.
  • If your nipples become so sore that you cannot tolerate the pressure of your bra or clothing on them and it is painful for you to hold your baby, you might want to consider wearing breast shells inside your bra to protect your nipples as they heal.
  • If you find it impossible to nurse your baby due to nipple soreness, you may opt to feed him with an alternative feeding device such as an eye dropper, medicine dropper, feeding syringe, soft, flexible medicine cup, spoon, or nursing supplementer , attached to your finger, while your nipples heal. Bottles are best avoided due to the risk of nipple confusion, especially if your baby is less than 4 weeks old. If a faulty latch-on is the cause of your nipple soreness, introducing a bottle may result in an even poorer latch-on as your baby will then try to latch on to your breast tissue as he does the bottle nipple. Contact a La Leche League leader or lactation consultant for assistance in using one of these devices. If only one nipple is very sore, you may decide to feed your baby from the well side only while pumping the other side. The baby can get all that he needs from one side as long as you allow him to nurse frequently. You will want to pump the other side as often as your baby nurses for 10-15 minutes each time. If taking the baby off both breasts and instead pumping for a few days is necessary, it's preferable to use a hospital-grade double, electric pump which will maintain your supply more efficiently till your baby is back to nursing.

What are mammograms?

A mammogram is a safe, low-dose x-ray exam of the breasts to look for changes that are not normal. The results are recorded on x-ray film or directly into a computer for a doctor called a radiologist to examine.

A mammogram allows the doctor to have a closer look for changes in breast tissue that cannot be felt during a breast exam. It is used for women who have no breast complaints and for women who have breast symptoms, such as a change in the shape or size of a breast, a lump, nipple discharge, or pain. Breast changes occur in almost all women. In fact, most of these changes are not cancer and are called "benign," but only a doctor can know for sure. Breast changes can also happen monthly, due to your menstrual period.

You found a lump near your breast and near breast bone what could it be?

i had these symptoms. went to the doc she did mammograms and ultrsounds and sent me home saying that those were clear and that i would just have to learn to live with this painful growing lump in my breast on the inner part near the breast bone. thank god i had enogh sense to demand an mri because she didnt want to give me one. it was the mri that found stage 4 breast cancer growing into my breast bone and ribs. i am now in a med malpractice lawsuit with her while going through chemo. my warning to you is this- see a doc and be persistent. demand an mri! mammos and ultrasound are useless!

What does it mean when you squeeze your nipple and stuff comes out?

No. Women with enough estrogen can often express some colostrum.

Nipples are sore 2 weeks before period is due Pregnant?

It's quite possible; Your symptoms of pregnancy will usually appear anywhere from the first week of your expected period to 1-2 weeks after your first week of expected period. Your first signs of pregnancy most commonly include missed period, tender/swollen breasts, change in color of the breasts, fatigue, nausea/vomiting, increased sense of smell, and weight gain. Here is a link to a website that will calculate the probability of your pregnancy: http://www.thepregnancytest.com/ I recommend taking a pregnancy test to confirm. To ensure the best results: * Take the test in the morning, if possible, because your hCG (pregnancy hormone) levels are at it's highest * Don't drink a bunch of fluids before taking the test because it will dilute your urine and can affect the results * Take the test no more than 1 day before expected period. Although some test say that you can see results up to 5 days before your missed period, the percentage of accuracy is very low. OR 14 days after intercourse (sex)

* urinate for as long as possible on the foam-like strip * Check the results in the window frame of time suggested by the instructions of the pregnancy test.

Is a lump in the upper of the armpit an indication of the breast cancer?

It is possible that a hard lump on the bottom of your breast is cancerous. Consult with your physician as soon as possible. The following article might also be of interest: http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1668219,00.html

What causes your menstrual cycle to be late?

Lots of things can cause your period to be late. Stress is one of them. Having irregular sleep patterns does cause a stress to your body, even if you don't feel stressed out. Try to regulate your sleep, but also look for other factors that may be the cause too.

Why do girls hide there nipples?

ok, please do not type this information again because it is not mature and it cannot be allowed for younger people about 10 to 18. ladies show their******* because they want to be th most popular celebrity. but i don't think i'ts a good idea because it's not nice to talk about it. lady godzilla seems to have no problem with, so she is so so shameless, and i Hate HERR SOSOSOS MUCHCHCHCHC!!! if you do too, thanks for the support!

Is it normal to have very sore hard breasts after pregnancy?

No. Everyone is different. This can be a symptom of pregnancy but not everyone feels sore. Also, it may come and go, so if you do have soreness, it may not last. You should consult your doctor, though, if it continues or is very uncomfortable.

What is done during a mammogram test?

A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast. The breast is compressed to allow the x-rays to penetrate the tissue.

What are the risks of breast reduction surgery?

There are several risks involved with breast reduction surgery. They can involve the following: infection, bleeding issues, reaction to anesthetic, uneven breast, nipple problems and nipple numbness.
Breast reduction surgery holds many risks. It includes the usual surgery risks, including infection. But it could also go very wrong, including surgery mistakes and taking out the wrong one.

Are frequent urination and and sore itchy nipples a sign of pregnancy?

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Yes it can be, any breast changes can by a sign, if you do not consume dairy you will have far less breast pain. As well the need to urinate a lot is a prime symptom.

If you feel the need to urinate but little or nothing comes out, then that sounds more like a urinary track infection. you should see your doctor

What causes breast swelling?

swell can have two meanings-

the first one can mean larger than normal, bigger, larger.

the second meaning can mean- good great. for example, 'when i think of the swell time i could have without you' the word swell in this means good or great!

Can a girls nipple bleed if a guy bites down to hard on the nipple?

yes, if this has happened you should also watch for infection