Anyone experienced nipple soreness post menopause?

Posted by margaret902 @margaret902, Sep 23, 2012

I am 58, post menopausal. Within about the last week my nipples have become tender, similar to how it used to feel before or on my period. They also are more flat, and the aereola is less pink than normal. They used to change with temperature, but now seem to be more flattened out in general. I don't feel sick otherwise, and am not on any medications. Anyone out there who has experienced this kind of change or tenderness?

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beverly0223 | @beverly0223 | May 17, 2016

Hi! I'm really surprised that nobody ever responded to your question. I'm experiencing the same thing. I wonder what the results were with you! I can't imagine we're the only two people who've experienced this! I hope it was nothing and all is well with you! Be blessed!! Beverly G

jkhambati | @jkhambati | Feb 25, 2019

I face the similar problem since past week. I am 54 and postmenopausal.

Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Feb 26, 2019

In reply to @jkhambati "I face the similar problem since past week. I am 54 and postmenopausal." + (show)

Hi, @jkhambati - welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Since you are dealing with this nipple soreness, I'm bringing in some other members who may have thoughts about this symptom, like @jadillow @trixie1313 @cindylb @becsbuddy @summertime @gingerw. Have you also experienced other symptoms, @jkhambati?

trixie1313 | @trixie1313 | Feb 26, 2019

I'm not quite understanding this question. Did you get diagnosed with breast cancer? Or are you just post-menopausal?

Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Feb 27, 2019

Hi, @trixie1313 - thanks for joining this discussion to offer help and support, and sorry for any confusion. @jkhambati mentioned being 54 and postmenopausal in this Connect Women's Health thread called "Nipple soreness in postmenopausal women." She mentioned having the same problems as @margaret902, the first member to post in this discussion - cited as nipples that are more sore, tender and flattened out, with the areola is less pink than normal, with no other illness and no medications being taken.

I'm hoping that @jkhambati will return and provide a few more details. @jkhambati - will you let @trixie1313 and others in this discussion know any other relevant context about your concerns about the nipples? I believe you are indicating you are post-menopausal but don't have any medical conditions currently?

trixie1313 | @trixie1313 | Feb 27, 2019

In reply to @lisalucier "Hi, @trixie1313 - thanks for joining this discussion to offer help and support, and sorry for..." + (show)

The soreness may just be change in hormones for post-menopausal. But always be aware of any other symptoms. My nipple and breast kept itching and then just due to happenstance, I felt a lump at which time I had ultrasound and biopsy showing invasive breast cancer. Again, it could just be hormonal changes, but be aware of your body. If your breasts are dense, ask mammogrram tech to do magnification of breasts during mammogram as regular mammogram does not always pick up lesions in that instance.

oldertoo | @oldertoo | Mar 14, 2019

In reply to @jkhambati "I face the similar problem since past week. I am 54 and postmenopausal." + (show)

I, too, have and have had for last 5-6 years, terribly sore nipples, flattened and pale in color. I am postmenopausal have regular mammograms which have been normal. I am wondering if a postmenopausal woman can actually have estrogen dominance.

trixie1313 | @trixie1313 | Mar 14, 2019

In reply to @oldertoo "I, too, have and have had for last 5-6 years, terribly sore nipples, flattened and pale..." + (show)

Yes they can - I had complete hysterectomy (ovaries & uterus) removed at age 44 and am now 67. Was shocked at breast biopsy to find out that I was 91%-100% estrogen receptor positive. Keep undergoing mammograms and if you have dense breasts, ask for magnification views to rule out any lesions. Also be sure to do your own monthly breast checks.

nolano | @nolano | Mar 9, 2020

In reply to @lisalucier "Hi, @trixie1313 - thanks for joining this discussion to offer help and support, and sorry for..." + (show)

I just jumped online to learn more about this as I’m experiencing the same. I’m 57 and 4 years post-menopausal with no other issues or medications.

Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Mar 9, 2020

In reply to @nolano "I just jumped online to learn more about this as I’m experiencing the same. I’m 57..." + (show)

Hello, @nolano, and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. That sounds quite uncomfortable, and I'd want to figure it out, too.

Here is some Mayo Clinic information about breast pain in general https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-pain/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350426

Hoping that members here like @trixie1313 @oldertoo @jkhambati @beverly0223 may have some thoughts for you on why this may be happening and next steps. I'd also like you to meet @baxtersmom.

When did your nipple soreness start? Is it constant or is it off and on?