HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Itchy, Scaly Nipples, Redness, Inflammation, Swelling, Pus Discharge. Hormonal Problem?

I am a 16 year old teenage boy, and my nipples have been a bit itchy and scaly for a few months now. I know this is most likely hormones, but just recently, even though I don t scratch them, they have becomes raw, inflamed, swollen and leaking pus from the swollen areola . What creams or ointment should I use to fix this, and are they infected??
Mon, 7 Jan 2013
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hi !
Thanks For Asking Question,Yes ! It Seems To Me That Your Nipple Is Infected. This Is Common At This Life Stage Or At Your Age. I Am Sure It Is Painfull Too. First Disinfect The Nipple, Apply Betadine Cream Place Cotton On Top And Cover With Cloth, To Stop Them From Rubbing. Now! For Pain Take Painkiller, You Also Need Antibiotics Course For Complete Relief. Just Consult With Doctor About The Treatment Medicine. Get Well. Bye.
I find this answer helpful

Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Areola


Loading Online Doctors....
Itchy, Scaly Nipples, Redness, Inflammation, Swelling, Pus Discharge. Hormonal Problem?

Hi ! Thanks For Asking Question,Yes ! It Seems To Me That Your Nipple Is Infected. This Is Common At This Life Stage Or At Your Age. I Am Sure It Is Painfull Too. First Disinfect The Nipple, Apply Betadine Cream Place Cotton On Top And Cover With Cloth, To Stop Them From Rubbing. Now! For Pain Take Painkiller, You Also Need Antibiotics Course For Complete Relief. Just Consult With Doctor About The Treatment Medicine. Get Well. Bye.