Nipple Discharge

Breast is a milk producing gland in body and discharge from nipple is normal in lactational period. Nipple discharge in non lactational period is the third most common breast related problem for which women seek medical attention.
It can be due to various reasons:-

  • Duct Papilloma/ Breast Cancer
  • Duct Ectasia: dilatation of ducts
  • Hormonal imbalance: Prolactinoma etc
  • Drugs: Hormonal replacement , sedatives etc

If you are suffering from nipple few points need to be noted:

  • If discharge is from both side or one side
  • Amount of discharge: scanty or profuse
  • Nature of discharge: Milky/serous/bloody
  • Mode of discharge : Spontaneous or on pressure

Usually if discharge is from both breast it is less likely to be due to cancerous growth. Consult a breast surgeon in your vicinity, he will do breast evaluation along with cytology from nipple discharge and imaging of breast to rule out underlying breast cancer.
Discharge related to hormonal problems can be treated with medication whereas unilateral discharge sometimes needs removal of duct for biopsy purpose.

More About Breast Disorder

Structure & Function

Breast is the apocrine gland situated in front of the chest.

Breast Pain

Breast pain (mastalgia) is one of the common breast-related complaints among women. Almost 80% of women experience pain in the breast/axilla during their….. 

Nipple Discharge

Breast is a milk producing gland in body and discharge from nipple is normal in lactational period. Nipple discharge in non lactational period is the….  

Breast cancer

Breast cancer is the commonest cancer among women. 1 out of 8 women are at life time risk of developing breast cancer. In India incidence of breast cancer is increasing…..

Breast Reconstruction

Breast is a symbol of womanhood. It is important to conserve breast especially in early breast cancer patients. Breast is a gland that plays a important role in her physical….

Advances In Breast Cancer

With the advancement in cancer care modalities, the cancer treatment has become more effective with lesser adverse effects. For breast cancer surgical intervention has become…