Hi, I am 34 and over the past 6 months i have had an itching on my breast area, its comes and goes so i havent been too concerned by it, however this morning one of my breasts feels very swollen and quite sore to the touch.. should i see my doctor re this, or this quite normal?
Mon, 9 Nov 2020
General & Family Physician, Dr. Vidya KR's Response
Hello,
Itching on and off is due to dryness. Repeated scratching would have resulted in infection, symptoms like swelling and pain are suggestive of infection. Consult your doctor to get examined.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician
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Why Do My Breast Itch And Are Sore To Touch?
Hello, Itching on and off is due to dryness. Repeated scratching would have resulted in infection, symptoms like swelling and pain are suggestive of infection. Consult your doctor to get examined. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician