Hi, I have another question.....My breast had been itchy off and on for the last few months, maybe m
My breasts have been itchy for the last few months, maybe my left one more than my right. My nipple has always been inverted, that's nothing new. It is not hot, red, burning, etc., just the occasional itching. Mammo was clear, obgyn did exam and didn't bring up anything unusual. Does itching always mean IBC? I have myself worked up with fear. Thank you.
Shelly - Please try to relax! Considering this involves both breasts and has been happening on and off for several months, it doesn't sound like IBC. You've had a clear mammogram, and a visit to the doctor, and nothing has been diagnosed. There's not a whole lot more you can do, besides try to de-stress. Have you changed shower gel, laundry detergent, wearing a new bra, anything that might be irritating your skin? Sorry for your discomfort, and I hope you eventually find out what's causing it - but unless the symptoms change/worsen, I don't think this sounds like cancer. PJH
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shelly
Thursday, July 09, 2009 at 05:28 PM
PJ Hamel
Thursday, July 09, 2009 at 05:33 PM
Shelly, don't be sorry! You're entitled to your emotions. Just realize that fear is an emotion - not reality. Feel it; validate it; try to let it go. Time heals - try to relax tonight, and I'll bet you feel better in the morning. PJH
PJ has pointed out some of the other possibilities for itching in the breast; in fact, most of the time itching in the breast is not IBC. You might want to read this post about rashes and IBC to learn about some other possible causes for itching.
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shelly
Friday, July 10, 2009 at 05:49 PM
Thank you.
Deodorants and breast cancer:
According to your question: Is there a connection between anti perspirant deodorants and breast cancer? From what I have learned there is a strong connection between anti perspirant deodorants and breast cancer. Directly under the skin of the underarm, we have lymph nodes which are a part of the immune system fighting infections, diseases and removing foreign particles and toxins. These nodes accumulate "dirt" through the blood stream which is then secreted with the perspiration. Here are more details from lovlis.com and you can also find there a lot of more details: If we stop the perspiration the nodes swell and toxins stay in our body for a longer time and at a greater concentration. We absorb and store deodorant chemicals applied to the skin. In a recent study 18 of 20 breast tumors contained parabens (synthetic preservatives) found in underarm products. Parabens mimic estrogen, and estrogen can drive tumor growth. Source: Journal of Applied Toxicology, February, 2004 The FDA which authorizes selling of cosmetics and drugs in USA classifies antiperspirant as a drug, since this product changes a natural body act (blocks perspiration from the underarm). You may also check your organic shampoo/creams ingredients and quality While a deodorant which only fight the odor of perspiration but does not block it is classified as cosmetic. The FDA says in an interview to CBS news on 05/12/05 that it is aware of the concern that using antiperspirant together with shaving the underarm is connected to the increase of the risk of breast cancer. The underarm area is a main gate of perspiration. The perspiration process is a part of our body's immune system.
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Thank you for your prompt response. I'm sorry I'm freaking out!