Patient's question:
When the nipple is retracted inward, there is often a strange odor. How should it be handled?Doctor's answer:
Hello, this is body odor. Simply put, body odor is a special type of odor caused by excessive secretion of apocrine glands, which are found in the armpits, groin, and nipples. Women tend to have more of this than men. Therefore, it's not surprising that patients with body odor may also have it on their nipples. If this occurs, since surgical treatment is not possible as it is for the armpits, the only option is to bathe frequently, keep the breast area dry, and try to reduce sweating as much as possible. Additionally, applying deodorant can help mask the odor coming from the nipples. If necessary, patients can first go to the hospital to address the body odor in their armpits, so that the overall body odor will not be particularly strong.