Center for Young Women's Health
When I squeeze my left breast, there is discharge that is the color of honey. It’s painful and sticky. I’m currently on my period. What could this be?Great question! Sometimes nipple discharge can get a bad rap, but it doesn’t always mean something is wrong. Young women can experience nipple discharge, even if they are not pregnant … read more
Articles Tagged: breast health
I’ve had a red rash half way down my breasts. It’s not itchy but sometimes I get little spots on my breast too. Is this normal?
Thank you for your question. A rash is a tricky thing to diagnose (find the cause) because there can be many different reasons why it’s occurring. Talk to your health … read more
I recently found out that I have MRKH (Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser Syndrome) and I was curious, can MRKH affect breast development?
Thank you for your question. MRKH (Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser Syndrome) is a congenital (occurs during fetal development) problem that affects the female reproductive tract. One in 5,000 females is … read more
Is it normal that I don’t have a nipple on one side?
Great question. It’s important for girls to know that no two breasts are exactly the same! Women’s breast and their nipples come in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Girls can … read more
A little amount of fluid comes out of my nipples when being squeezed. Is this normal?
Thank you for your question. White milky fluid from your nipples/breasts can result from taking certain medicines for birth control or mood problems, from being pregnant, or recently being pregnant. … read more
For the past week and a half, maybe longer, I’ve been having breast pain. It’s a pain that only hurts when pressure is applied. Whether that be from sleeping on my side, pushing on it, or wearing a bra. It’s only in one spot, on the side and bottom?
It is common for women to have “mastalgia” (sore or tender breasts) the week before their period. The symptoms may be caused by a rise in the hormones, estrogen and progesterone. Breast discomfort can continue during … read more
One of my nipples is itchy a lot, and has discharge but the other is fine. What’s wrong with me?
Thanks for your question. Itching is usually caused by dry skin, eczema or irritation from clothing such as your bra. Discharge from your nipple is not typical unless you are … read more
I’m 15 and my breast size is not getting bigger. But most of my class friends have. What can I do?
Heredity, (the way certain features such as eye color are passed down from generation to generation), is the most important factor in determining what the size and shape of your … read more
I’m 19 and it looks like milk is coming out of my breast. I’m not pregnant. What could be wrong with me?
Occasionally a teen or adult woman may notice a milky-white discharge from one or both breasts. This condition is called “galactorrhea,” pronounced: gah-lack-toe-ree-ah. This may be a side effect of … read more
Why am I the first person in my class to get boobs, a bra and my PERIOD?
It can feel awkward to mature faster than your friends however, not all young women begin puberty at the same age. Just like not everyone reaches their full height at … read more
