I had my baby 3 months ago and when my milk dried up ( 3-4 weeks) my breast, and nipples are got very very itchy! I cnt not itch them and when I do they bleed and have stratch marks on and become sore!

Why could my booob itch sooooo much


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Do you have indications of dry skin?

Its flaky skin but I've never had itchy boobs ever!

What have you tried using so far? The problem with skin irritations is they tend to be a vicious circle. Irritation starts,you naturally scratch it to relieve it.. that makes the irritation even worse... next thing you have scabs... and it still itches.

THink of it this way during the pregnancy blood vessels grew and engorged the breast tissue... eventually (though 3 months is way early to me) milk production slows and stops and the body says return to normal.. that means blood flow lessens and that sets you up for dryness...

Have you discussed this with your OB/GYN to see about locally available products that are recommended above others? As well as discuss if there is a reason for lactation ending this soon for you.

I have tried just using like E45 cream and coca butter but it still itches! I ganna make the next available appointment with my doctor and a friend said itchy breasts can be a sign of cancer and pregnancy! :S

Don't laugh at this suggestion.. I'm being serious... best stuff for extremely chapped skin is something called Bag Balm... great for even guys hands working outside in winter... farmers use it on cow udders for the same reason.. and yes its safe. Some drug stores carry it... I know Rite Aid does and I am a LONG way from any farms.

I live in uk though! Don't know if they sell it over here x

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Originally Posted by Terriann89

I live in uk tho! dunno if they sell it over here x

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AH... you know they probably don't. And if there was something similar.. I wouldn't have a clue who would make it there.

Haha Its OK! Ill see if doctor can give me anything! Thanks you for your advice x

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Originally Posted by Terriann89

I live in uk tho! dunno if they sell it over here x

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Here is what it looks like, so check the UK Amazon --

Amazon.com: BAG BALM 1 oz: Pet Supplies

Also, something very similar is Radiaplex, a lovely cream that a doctor prescribes for a woman getting breast radiation after cancer surgery. I'm guessing you could get that there or something similar. Xxx