In some cases, vitamin deficiency can cause premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Pills containing vitamin B3 (niacin), when taken continuously throughout the month, are found effective (in 87 percent of cases) in relieving PMS symptoms such as menstrual cramps
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My breasts are dry, itchy and painful. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36 year old unmarried girl. I am experiencing itching and pain in my nipples and areola upon scratching. During my periods, my breasts pain for a day or two and the pain subsides by itself. Now as it is winter, my breasts were dry, and I applied cold cream and vaseline. They are... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You probably have extreme dryness on nipples. Because of scratching, excoriation and infection may occur which is causing pain. You need to apply antibiotic as of now and then keep it lubricated. Please consult a dermatologist in person for management. Regarding pain bef... Read Full »