What is nipple eczema?

Nipple eczema is a localised dermatitis involving the nipple and areola and is characterised by erythema and scaling. It may be itchy and painful. Nipple eczema can be a local manifestation of atopic dermatitis/eczema when it arises with classic age-related patterns of eczema on other body sites, or it can occur in isolation.

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