Breast eczema

Breast eczema is a non-specific allergic inflammation that occurs on the skin of the nipple and areola. Both men and women can develop the disease, but it is more common in lactating women. Most are bilateral and some patients are unilateral. The rash is pleomorphic, often with cleft palate, itching, and relapses. Sometimes accompanied by skin damage to other parts of the body.

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