How to Deal with Nipple Eczema
Locate the eczema on the pectoral muscle., Wear disposable gloves before examining the area to make sure that eczema is the cause of the irritation and not a transmittable skin infection., Examine the spot., Avoid itching the area, doing so will...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Locate the eczema on the pectoral muscle.
The eczema is usually found near or on the areola (outer-covering/ ring of the nipple).
This rash can be found wherever dry skin is seen. -
Step 2: Wear disposable gloves before examining the area to make sure that eczema is the cause of the irritation and not a transmittable skin infection.
Use latex free gloves to avoid further irritation if allergic to latex. , Look for redness, bumps, dryness, or darkened color of areola.
It will feel itchy, dry, or irritated.
Wounds can be present as well. ,, If questions arise on purchasing the correct product, ask a pharmacist for more clarification. ,, Apply the cold pack on your skin ,3 times daily, for 10 minutes. ,,, Your primary physician will likely prescribe you with a hydrocortisone ointment. , Triggers are different for each person, close examination of one's life will show you what may be a trigger. -
Step 3: Examine the spot.
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Step 4: Avoid itching the area
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Step 5: doing so will cause symptoms to persist.
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Step 6: After your examination and confirmation
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Step 7: go to your local drugstore and purchase a scent-free and alcohol-free lotion.
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Step 8: Wash your hands and the irritated area with antibacterial soap to make sure everything is clean.
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Step 9: Before applying moisturizer
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Step 10: use an ice pack or any cold object to reduce inflammation.
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Step 11: Moisturize the spot with an oil
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Step 12: and alcohol free lotion three times daily (in the morning
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Step 13: afternoon
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Step 14: and before bed).
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Step 15: Keep following step #8 if you see improvement.
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Step 16: If symptoms persist
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Step 17: seek medical attention by contacting your physician.
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Step 18: To avoid further issues
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Step 19: recognize the triggers of your eczema such as your diet
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Step 20: clothing material
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Step 21: and habits.
Detailed Guide
The eczema is usually found near or on the areola (outer-covering/ ring of the nipple).
This rash can be found wherever dry skin is seen.
Use latex free gloves to avoid further irritation if allergic to latex. , Look for redness, bumps, dryness, or darkened color of areola.
It will feel itchy, dry, or irritated.
Wounds can be present as well. ,, If questions arise on purchasing the correct product, ask a pharmacist for more clarification. ,, Apply the cold pack on your skin ,3 times daily, for 10 minutes. ,,, Your primary physician will likely prescribe you with a hydrocortisone ointment. , Triggers are different for each person, close examination of one's life will show you what may be a trigger.
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