Nipple discharge is when fluid leaks out from one or both the nipples in women. The causes include breastfeeding, pregnancy, breast infection, blocked milk duct, or sometimes an adverse effect of a contraceptive pill.
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Is it normal to have discharge from the breast after abortion?
Query: Hi doctor, I had an abortion when I was six weeks pregnant, and it is been two weeks since I had an abortion. However, today I noticed some yellowish-whitish fluid coming out of my breast when I pressed on it. This only happens when I squeeze the breast, and I am not sure if it is normal, consideri... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concern. The discharge from your breast is most likely due to the hormonal fluctuations associated with the termination of pregnancy. Although your pregnancy was terminated early, this occurrence is still commo... Read Full »
What could be the reason for my nipple discharge?
Query: Hi doctor,I had a cyst in my breast and it was removed before two years. For the last two months, some liquid is coming from the nipple while taking shower. What to do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nipple discharge is not normal in non-lactating women. It is more concerning if it is associated with a lump in the breast, erosion of nipple or comes out by itself without the need of any pressure. So first, we need to rule out breast cancer by doing a mammogram with ... Read Full »
I have a white discharge from my breast after my periods. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 19-year-old female, and I have a long-term boyfriend who I am sexually active with. At the beginning of the month, we had unprotected sex, but he did not ejaculate inside of me or otherwise, and then, about two days later, I got my period. A couple of days ago, I noticed some white ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern.I can provide some general information that may be helpful. If you are experiencing changes in your breasts, it is necessary to test to determine the underlying cause. While breast discharge can have various causes, i... Read Full »
My friend has burning, itching and fluid discharge from nipple area. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am posting this on behalf of my friend. She is 24 years female. She is having severe burning and itching around her nipple area. Sometimes fluid also discharges from the affected area. The problem persists for the past four months, and she has also tried anti-bacterial powders, but th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query. What your friend seems to suffer from is a bacterial infection. Burning and itching are not alarming, but discharge from nipple is not a good sign. It could denote a severe underlying problem. The antibacterial powder will not help in her cas... Read Full »
I found a transparent discharge from my nipple when I squeeze it. Is this a serious problem?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. I found a transparent (clear) discharge from my nipple when I squeeze it. It does not leak spontaneously. It comes when I squeeze my nipples also in a minimal amount. I noticed this for the last two days, and it is still coming when I press it. Is this a seve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This discharge should be sent to a laboratory for histopathology. If it is not an infection, it would be breast milk secretions. Are you taking any anti-depressant drugs? Any space-occupying lesion in the brain also can cause this. You need to have a brain MRI (magne... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,Yesterday, I noticed a small quantity of transparent white liquid coming out of both of my breasts when I squeezed and pressed them. I am currently on my period, and I am physically active. Pressing of breasts is common between me and my partner. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The white discharge resembling milk secretion from your breasts can be caused by an elevated level of prolactin hormone. I would suggest you undergo a blood test to measure your prolactin hormone levels. This condition is treatable, and fo... Read Full »
I have nipple discharge due to high prolactin. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been trying to conceive for two years now. I also have a nipple discharge due to high prolactin. I did a hormonal profile and HSG recently, and the result shows I have a slightly elevated prolactin. I was placed on Bromegon for 30 days, but my nipple still discharges clear liqui... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. As you have already taken medications for high prolactin levels, still after medication, you are experiencing breast discharge. So, it is better to consult an endocrinologist to either recheck prolactin or it... Read Full »
What does it mean when I get clear discharge from nipples after a miscarriage?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 29 years old. One year back I had a miscarriage. Now I am not pregnant and not feeding. But when I press my nipples white and some times clear secretions are coming. I do not have any pain and I am having regular periods and sometimes 3 days and sometimes 5 days flow will be ther... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It looks like a clear case of hyperprolactinemia. The hormone prolactin or TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) may be raised. Go for serum prolactin and TSH levels and further treatment will be based on the reports. You may go for a breast ultrasound also just to be more ... Read Full »
Is nipple stain on bra something to be worried about?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33 year old female. After my workout today, I saw a nipple stain on my bra. But, when I squeezed it, there was no discharge. Is it any thing to worry about? I am not pregnant. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have not mentioned the color of the stain. Was it unilateral or bilateral? Could the stain have been due to sweat? Please check it again by squeezing the nipples in a day or two. Do not repeat the procedure frequently. Alternatively, get examined by a gynecologi... Read Full »
Started noticing milky discharge from the breast. What could cause this?
Query: Hello doctor, A while ago, I started noticing milky discharge from my breast, the discharge continued for about three months. After two months I started to develop red burning rashes on my breast. The rash first appeared as a single ringworm like red rashes on my breast and no improvement for two d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Milk secretion in nonpregnant women is galactorrhea that can occur due to causes like increased prolactin levels in the body, prolactinomas, continuous usage of antacid like drugs, etc. Rubbing of clothes to the nipple can also lead to ... Read Full »
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