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Question #26241
141 days ago
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Concerns About Irregular Periods and Painful White Spots on Nipples

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Helo i am mother of 19 month baby I have irregular peeriod fromAugust acne on face and from almost 20 days i have got white sport on nipples its painingI have taken tablets injection zerodol sp tblt taxim o cream nipplecare nowit'paining too much

How long have you had the white spots on your nipples?:

- 3-4 weeks

Have you noticed any other symptoms besides the pain and white spots?:

- Swelling

What is the severity of the pain on a scale of 1-10?:

- 1-3 (mild)
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Hello Thank you for sharing these details. Since you have had white spots on your nipples for 3–4 weeks, mild pain, and swelling, and you’ve already used antibiotics (Taxim-O), painkillers (Zerodol-SP), and nipple cream, but the pain and spots are still there, it’s important to look a bit deeper.

Are you currently breastfeeding your baby, or did you stop recently? This helps me understand if it could be related to breastfeeding issues like blocked ducts or infection.

White spots, pain, and swelling on the nipple during breastfeeding can often be due to a blocked milk duct, nipple blister (milk bleb), or sometimes a mild infection (like mastitis or fungal infection).

Since you’ve already tried antibiotics and creams but the pain and swelling are still there, I’d like to check a bit more:

Is the area around the white spot red, warm, or hard to touch? Or do you have any fever or chills?

Thank you

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Irregular periods and development of painful white spots on the nipples can be concerning, especially post-pregnancy. Let’s start with the irregular periods: postpartum hormonal changes often cause menstrual irregularities, but prolonged or severe variations, especially when accompanied by other symptoms, warrant further investigation. Infections or hormonal imbalances, like thyroid issues or polycystic ovary syndrome, could be factors. Seeing a healthcare provider would be wise. Regarding the white spots and pain you’re experiencing on the nipples: this could potentially be a yeast infection or milk blebs if you’re breastfeeding. However, nipple pain coupled with white spots might also indicate a condition known as Raynaud’s phenomenon, which causes pain due to reduced blood flow to the area. Since you’ve mentioned previous medication use, some of these might not suitable for treating potential infections, or could have other interactions, so reviewing medication with a doctor is crucial. In the meantime, maintaining nipple hygiene and using a warm compress might offer temporary relief. Please avoid applying creams unless specifically directed by a health care professional, as inappropriate treatments could worsen symptoms. Given the pain’s intensity and the potential for more serious issues like mastitis, getting a physical examination promptly is essential. This will help tailor any necessary treatments, potentially antibiotics or antifungal medications, to your specific condition. Avoid delays to minimize risk of complications.

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the painful white spots on your nipples for 3–4 weeks with swelling while breastfeeding a 19-month-old baby are most likely due to a blocked milk duct, nipple infection, or early mastitis (breast inflammation) rather than something serious. Milk stasis or friction from feeding can cause white spots (milk blisters) that become tender and swollen. Irregular periods and acne since August may be related to hormonal imbalance, stress, or breastfeeding-related hormonal changes, which are common in mothers who are still lactating. The medicines you mentioned like Zerodol-SP (painkiller) and Taxim-O (antibiotic) may help infection, but persistent pain means you should be examined by a doctor to rule out mastitis or abscess. Continue gentle breastfeeding or pumping to empty the breast, apply warm compresses before feeds, keep nipples clean and dry, and use a safe nipple cream (like lanolin). If redness, fever, or increasing pain develops, seek medical care promptly. In conclusion, this is likely a breastfeeding-related duct blockage or infection needing proper breast care and possibly targeted treatment, along with evaluation of your hormones for irregular periods.

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Hello dear See after 19 months of baby post partum breast feeding pain is common due to prolactin hormonal release White spots could be blocked milk spores which will become effective after continues feeding So donot worry they are normal finding. In case you find presence of Fever Pain unbearable Infection Redness Trauma Discomfort Vomiting Then consult gynaecologist in person for better clarity and accordingly get medicine as per doctor’s recommendation Hopefully you recover soon Regards

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Hello

Irregular periods for 4–6 months while breastfeeding are common because hormones can stay unstable — but breast pain with a spot on the nipple is not normal and needs attention.

Most likely causes

•Hormonal changes from breastfeeding → irregular cycles •Nipple infection, blocked duct, or small abscess → pain + spot •Weight change can also disturb periods

About the medicines you mentioned Zerodol-SP, Taxim-O, and Rabex-D should only be taken if prescribed after examination.

Painkillers may reduce symptoms but won’t fix an infection if present.

What you should do •Continue breastfeeding if tolerable (it helps prevent blockage) •Keep nipple clean and dry •Warm compress before feeding, cold compress after •See a doctor soon to examine the nipple — you may need targeted treatment

Seek care urgently if Redness spreads Fever appears Severe pain or swelling Pus or bleeding from nipple

I trust this helps Thank you Take care

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