itchy breast

[Bakebeansrule]

A few weeks ago I noticed one nipple and breast was really itchy, after googling it I was sent into a huge spin about what it could be. I was really worried it could be something called Padgets disease. I'm only 30 and I did read it's very rare and even then it's often older women who are affected so that kinda settled it for me after a few days. Today I've noticed the same breast is itchy again and the skin around my nipple is dry and quite flakey (the other is a little) so now I'm a tad worried again. My boyfriend is trying to convince me it's just the heat and not to worry I guess he could be right as it's been so hot here this week and I've been so hot and sweaty at work (I work in a diy trade store so constantly lifting heavy stuff and there's no air con in what is basically a tin shed). I stopped taking the mini pill about 3 weeks ago so I'm wondering if hormoans plus my anxiety are making this worse

Anyone else have this problem?

[Beckybecks]

I've often had an itchy breast. It's usually the left one and mostly around the nipple. I have no idea what causes it but I've experienced it randomly for years now. I'm. 59, through menopause and not on any medication. It could be heat I suppose since we're usually strapped up in close fitting bras under layers of clothing . Next time I might try putting an ice cube on to see if that eases it.
Anyway, the main thing is after all these years nothing more has developed from it so I think you can relax and stop worrying.

[nicol1333]

I've had this too. I usually just buy a good lotion to help calm the skin down.

[Bakebeansrule]

Thank you both for replying I'm sure I'm just being daft but it helps to speak to people who understand where your coming from. It's not too bad today just a bit sore but if I've scratched it yesterday and I'm sweaty today I guess it will be sore I'll put some body lotion on and see how it goes

[ana]

I've had this, too. I find that clothing is to blame, as is the sweat. Moisturising helps a lot, so I'd advise sticking with a body lotion that's preferably as free of chemicals as possible. Jojoba oil always works well for me.

[Bakebeansrule]

Thank you for your reply. I've been swimming today and the chlorine in the pool has made it a bit sore but I'm wondering if that will help it out in the long run. The silly thing is a couple of weeks ago I made an appointment with the dr for today if it was still a problem but I cancelled it on Friday as it has got much better

[ana]

I'm sure it'll go away soon, don't worry about it. Lots of women get it, it's nothing dangerous.

[Bakebeansrule]

I'm sure it'll go away soon, don't worry about it. Lots of women get it, it's nothing dangerous.

Thank you again it's been a bit better today. I'm feeling super stressed the last few days so I'm sure that's not helping

[ana]

I'm glad it's a bit better today. Stress doesn't help, ever, lol. Saying that, for us anxiety sufferers, how is it possible to not feel stressed?

[Bakebeansrule]

I'm sure my anxiety isn't helping. I've had a really rough night and not slept well and found myself worrying this itch is somthing to worry about. My logical side tells me it isn't as when I'm busy I don't notice it but when I'm sat trying to relax or sleep I think about it and it itches!