What does redness under the breast mean? Let's figure it out in this article.
The condition of the human skin is an indicator of painful or pathological processes occurring in the body. A growth or rash in the chest area may indicate the development of various pathologies, which are determined based on the size, color and sensitivity of the rash.
The presence of red spots under the breasts can in some cases indicate an infectious disease in the tissues of the mammary glands, which leads to swelling, soreness and swelling. The spots are easily visualized and palpated.
Diaper rash: description and causes
Under the diaper rash in the inframammary space refers to the inflammatory process, localized in the skin folds. Most often, diaper rash appears in the female part of the population during the hot season. It is during this period that excess moisture accumulates under the breast, which provokes the active reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. Rubbing clothes can also lead to diaper rash.
Red spots under the breast appear onbackground of infectious, fungal and other pathological processes. The risk of diaper rash is especially high in the presence of scratches, abrasions and wounds. The following causes of diaper rash under the breast are distinguished:
- Overweight.
- Hyperhidrosis.
- Violation of personal hygiene rules.
- Big bust.
- Allergic reaction.
- Wearing uncomfortable underwear that rubs against the skin.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- Dermatological diseases of an infectious nature.
The pathological process is activated as a result of careless drying of the skin and poor ventilation in the chest area. Sometimes redness can be triggered by antibiotics.
What does it look like?
Diaper rash under the breasts in appearance resemble psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis. Therefore, an important stage of the examination is differential diagnosis. In the laboratory, material is taken to determine the sensitivity of pathogens of the pathological process to antibiotics. Next, blood sugar levels are checked to rule out diabetes, which is often accompanied by hyperhidrosis.
Miliaria: risk factors
Increased activity of the sweat glands can lead to irritation under the breasts in both sexes. Prickly heat is characterized by burning and itching, as well as redness of the skin and other signs. Miliaria does not go away on its own and requires medical treatment with local remedies.
Everyone knows what a child's sweatshirt looks like. The samespots also occur in women.
They are formed for the following reasons:
- Features of the anatomical structure of the breast of a woman. If air access to the chest is limited, sweat accumulates in the inframammary region. Hyperhidrosis can cause skin infections.
- Friction while wearing a bra. This is the most common cause of spots. Friction causes injury to the dermis, leading to skin irritation and prickly heat in women.
- Wearing non-natural, synthetic fabrics, and very tight clothing. Artificial fabrics are not ventilated, resulting in excessive sweating.
- Skin lesions of staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus.
- Using skin-irritating powders and detergents.
- Substandard skin care products.
In some cases, prickly heat in the inframammary region occurs due to a malfunction in the functioning of the endocrine system and metabolic processes.
When progresses?
Red spots under the breasts progress under the following conditions:
- Damage to the skin.
- High intensity exercise.
- Weight gain.
- Fever, fever.
- Disregard for personal hygiene.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- Disorders of the nervous system.
- State of stress.
What does sweatshirt look like, you should find out in advance. It is the cause of discomfort and requires the elimination of the cause,which caused this pathology. Left untreated, prickly heat can develop into a more serious condition, such as eczema.
Acne on the chest: prerequisites for the appearance
Medical practice shows that acne appears in the chest area, on the back and neck no less than on the face. However, the chest area is usually hidden from prying eyes, so patients rarely turn to dermatologists for rashes in this area. Many hope that the rash will go away on its own, but this is the wrong approach, as acne can signal a serious pathological process in the body.
There are several main factors that can lead to itching under the breasts and a rash:
- Clogging of the ducts responsible for the removal of sweat and fat. In this case, the pimples are white, small in size, and affect large areas of the skin.
- Allergic reaction to the use of perfume or cosmetics, detergents.
- Impaired thermoregulation. Hypothermia or overheating as a result of wearing clothes made of synthetic materials that do not allow air to pass through and irritate the skin. Pimples are red in color. Impaired thermoregulation is typical for overweight people.
- Hormonal imbalance. The secretion of fat by the skin contributes to the natural hydration of the epidermis and the strengthening of local immunity. Changes in the hormonal background, provoked by puberty, menstruation, the period of childbearing or endocrine pathologies, lead to an imbalance in the skin and, accordingly, the appearancepurulent acne under the breast.
- Endometriosis. In some cases, women with this pathology develop acne in the chest area, but after treatment, the problem is eliminated.
- Frequently being under stress. On nervous grounds, acne can appear on the chest. The rash in this case passes along with the establishment of an emotional background.
- Immunodeficiency. In this case, any rash on the body is a serious danger, as it negatively affects the general condition of the patient, and also increases the risk of developing sepsis.
- Diabetes. Pimples on the chest appear in case of severe diabetes in uncompensated form.
- Unbalanced diet, allergic to certain foods.
Rash: causes and characteristics of rashes
Under the rash in the chest area refers to irritation and redness of the skin, accompanied by itching, soreness and other uncomfortable sensations. In some cases, a blistering rash and flaking may also occur.
The causes of red spots under the breasts can be a variety of dermatological problems and diseases. In this case, the nature of the rash will be different in each case. The main causes of a rash are:
- Prickly heat as a result of increased sweating during the hot season. Blisters are accompanied by itching and are formed due to blockage of the glands responsible for the production of sweat. At the initial stage, the rash is a small plaque, merging over time into blisters. HowThe rash usually goes away on its own after a few days. Affected skin should be regularly dried and ventilated. What else can a rash under the breast mean?
- Dermatological candidiasis. It is a fungal infection. Yeast fungi are activated in conditions of humidity and high temperature. Candidiasis on the skin is characterized by the appearance of bright red spots. Sometimes the affected areas of the skin may crust or become wet. If there is glucose in the patient's sweat, then the process of reproduction of the fungus is accelerated. Patients with diabetes are at risk.
- Scabies. A highly contagious disease. The causative agent of scabies is a special scabies mite. The parasite travels to the upper layers of the skin and causes an itchy rash. The spots are numerous, have uneven clear edges. The most commonly affected areas are the armpits, wrists, groin and nipples, and inframammary folds.
- Bacterial defeat. The most common rash is caused by Staphylococcus aureus. In this case, in addition to redness and itching, abscesses appear. The infection quickly affects he althy areas of the skin.
- Allergy. Such a rash under the breasts can appear when wearing certain artificial materials or when using aggressive detergents.
- Breast cancer. With the progression of oncopathology, we can talk about a fatal outcome. Signs of a neoplasm in the mammary gland can be a rash, accompanied by soreness and fever. The rash can affect one or both breasts. The mammary glands requirespecial attention from women. Experts recommend visiting a mammologist several times a year, especially if you have a predisposition to cancer.
Treatment
Drug treatment involves the use of various topical preparations, i.e. ointments, creams and gels. When treating a rash on the skin, drugs should have a pronounced antiseptic and antibacterial effect. The most effective means for eliminating a rash in the inframammary region are "Fukortsin", manganese and methylene blue. Before starting treatment, it is important to consult a doctor who will clarify the diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate remedy. In addition, you must carefully read the instructions for any drug that is planned to be applied to the skin, as well as conduct a test for the sensitivity of the epidermis to its components. Diaper rash remedy can be purchased at any pharmacy.
When you need to quickly dry the skin and remove excess moisture, drugs and powders are prescribed, which also contribute to the healing of wounds. It can be, for example, Bepanthen or D-panthenol. If the rash is accompanied by severe itching, antihistamines are prescribed, both orally and for topical use. Antibacterial agents are prescribed in cases where pimples with purulent contents appear on the skin.
Zinc Ointment
Zinc-based ointment is very popular in the treatment of rashes and redness on the skin. It is applied to the affected areas of the dermis up to three times a day, dries and removesinflammation, and also promotes rapid healing of wounds.
Antibacterial
The most popular antibacterial skin ointments are:
- Levomekol. It is used for burns, abscesses and deep skin lesions. Increases local immunity.
- "Bactroban". Effectively fights staphylococci, and is also active against a strain resistant to methicillin.
- Gentaksan. Wound healing, antibacterial drug that eliminates ulcers and various skin lesions.
- "Baneocin". An antibiotic that quickly and effectively eliminates ulcers and inflammation.
- Fastin. Antibacterial ointment for the skin, relieves inflammation and eliminates pus. Suitable for treating burn skin lesions.
- Metrogyl is designed to treat acne and pimples. The drug has an antimicrobial and antiprotozoal effect.
- "Klenzit". It also has a pronounced antibacterial effect and is suitable for the treatment of rashes and redness, including in the area under the breast.
- "Fusiderma". Relieves inflammation and has an anti-allergic effect. Suitable for the treatment of dermatitis of various origins.
Treatment of irritation under the breast should be carried out under the supervision of the attending physician, following all the recommendations of a specialist.
Prevention
To prevent rashes and redness on the chest, you should follow a few preventive rules that will protect the mammary gland from negative effects:
- Daily warm shower with soapy water on breasts.
- Only wear clean underwear.
- Do not try on bras on your naked body.
- Perform a preventive self-examination once a month to help detect skin changes, redness, rashes, etc.
- Choose underwear based on the composition of the fabric and the quality of the product. Choose the right size so that the underwear does not restrict movement and does not create friction.
- Regularly visit a mammologist, doing this at least twice a year.
- When the first signs of dermatological problems appear in the chest area, contact a specialist.
For mild skin lesions, the doctor will examine the chest and prescribe an ointment to eliminate unpleasant manifestations. If there are signs of a pathological process, the specialist will prescribe a more thorough examination. A woman needs to be responsible for her breasts and understand that this is an important part of her reproductive system, responsible for the production of hormones and taking part in the process of conception. Any violations that occur in this area of the female body can have consequences for the rest of the body, so you should not self-medicate if you find redness under the breasts.
