Retracting Nipples
Retracting nipples happen when one or both of your nipples are “turned or pulled in.” These are also called inverted nipples. Most of the time, it is a normal, common condition. This is one of the reasons why some mothers have a hard time breastfeeding. However, if this is a new and persistent symptom for you, consult a doctor.
Abnormal Discharge
Nipples only secrete breast milk. Any abnormal discharge is one of the early signs of breast cancer. Go to the hospital if there is blood.
Pain
If you bump up against something hard, feeling breast pain is normal. However, if you feel pain in your breast or nipples without explanation, consult your doctor. Experiencing this may mean that you have one of the early signs of breast cancer.
Swelling
Swelling may be hard to determine at first, since the breasts do not look similar. However, if you look at the mirror and see that a part of or the entire breast is swollen, immediately seek medical help. This is also called “peau d’orange” because the skin starts looking like the peel of an orange.
Seeking medical advice is especially true if you cannot find a good reason as to why the swelling occurred. Experts say that swelling may also be present even when you cannot feel any lumps.
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