Why do I have brown spots on my nipples?

The main cause of darkened areolas and dark nipples are hormones. Progesterone and estrogen cause the body to produce more pigment. This is why many women see splotches and patches of darkened skin all over their bodies.

Why is there small bumps on my nipples?

Montgomery’s tubercles are types of oil-producing glands people have on their areolae. They appear as small bumps. Doctors consider Montgomery’s glands protective because they produce oil that keeps nipples soft and protects against infection, which is especially beneficial during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Is it normal to have dots on your nipples?

The darker area of skin around the nipple is called the areola. On the areola there are some little raised bumps. These are quite normal and are called Montgomery glands.

Can you have Montgomery glands and not be pregnant?

The gland then resembles a pimple with a white or yellowish head. These spots are known as Montgomery tubercles. Women do not have to be pregnant or breast-feeding for this to occur. Other female hormone changes can cause the same response.

What does Montgomery glands look like?

Montgomery tubercles look like small, raised bumps on your areolas. The number of bumps varies from person to person. Some women don’t have any, while others have more than 20. Sometimes they fill up with a waxy substance, so they can occasionally look like a pimple with a white or yellowish head.

What does a milk blister look like?

Milk blebs or blisters usually look like a tiny white or yellow spot about the size of a pin-head on your nipple, and often resemble a whitehead pimple. The skin surrounding a milk bleb may be red and inflamed, and you may feel pain while nursing.

How early in pregnancy do Montgomery tubercles appear?

If you’ve noticed enlarged or dark areolas (the area around your nipples), you may be witnessing one of the first signs of pregnancy. It’s completely normal and can happen as early as a week or two after conception.

Why are my Montgomery glands showing?

You might notice small bumps around your areola, which is the colored part of your nipple. Those bumps are Montgomery tubercles — glands that release substances to lubricate your nipples and alert your baby when it’s time to eat. Hormone changes during pregnancy can cause these glands to enlarge.

What do Montgomery glands look like when pregnant?

Can acanthosis nigricans go away on its own?

Sometimes, acanthosis nigricans fades on its own. Your doctor may prescribe lotions or creams.