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You have an ingrown hair: If you examine the bumps on your nipples and areolae, you might notice strands of hair. The thing is, wherever hair grows on your body, the possibility of ingrown hair follows. Ingrown hairs happen when strands of hair curl in on themselves and go back into the skin rather than emerging from the skin as they should, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Ingrowns can look similar to pimples, but one major difference is that you can sometimes see a little loop of hair with each end embedded into the skin, the Mayo Clinic says. You may also experience pain and itching.
Despite their theoretical role in breastfeeding, Montgomery glands are there whether you get pregnant or not. That said, you might notice them more when your boobs swell during pregnancy and after you give birth. If, however, you think you have a plugged Montgomery gland, you can try taking a hot shower or using a warm compress to try to loosen the sebum plug and work it out. Keep in mind, however, that your breasts especially the nipples can be extremely sensitive, so resist the urge to be too rough or pick at your skin.
Of course, any change in bumps on or around your boobs is worth noticing and potentially bringing up with your doctor. If your nipple bumps come with other symptoms, that could be cause for concern. Here are the signs that you should call your doctor, according to Dr. Holmes explains. They begin to erupt and may look like pimples on the nipple and areola.
The number of visible bumps on the areola is different for each woman. Each areola can have anywhere from 0 to approximately 40 tubercles, with an average of about 10 to 15 on each side. There are more in the upper, outer part of the areola, and the size of the areola doesn't affect the number of glands there are. The Montgomery glands are a combination of milk glands and sebaceous glands.
They can release a small amount of breast milk , but they mostly produce a natural, oily substance that cleans and lubricates the nipple and areola.
This oily substance contains antibacterial properties. It helps to protect the breasts from infection by preventing the growth of microorganisms and germs. The areolar glands are believed to play an important role in getting breastfeeding off to a good start , attachment, and bonding. They give off a scent that can help the newborn find the nipple and encourage the baby to latch on and breastfeed immediately after birth.
Studies show that the babies of women with more areolar glands find the breast and begin breastfeeding faster than those with fewer areolar glands.
More Montgomery glands are also associated with better newborn growth. Since the Montgomery glands provide a natural moisturizer for your nipples, you don't need to use lanolin or any other nipple cream to moisturize your nipples. Additionally, when caring for your nursing breast , be careful about the soaps and other products that you use. Harsh, antibacterial soaps can wash away or interfere with this natural protection. Here are some tips for caring for your Montgomery glands.
Even though the Montgomery glands help to kill germs and keep the areola clean, they cannot completely prevent breast problems. It is still possible for the areolar glands to become irritated and infected. This is more likely if your nipples and areola become cracked and damaged. It is important to check your breasts regularly. When you know what's normal, it will be easier to recognize when something looks different.
For example, you can expect raised Montgomery glands during pregnancy and breastfeeding. But if you notice that they become red, swollen larger than they were , and painful, or you get a fever, you should contact your doctor for an examination and treatment. Montgomery glands are a healthy part of your breast anatomy. Once your baby is born, and breastfeeding has ended, those little bumps may shrink back down on their own.
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