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-An '''edematous areola''' is a swollen and tender [[inflammation]] of the [[areola]] of the breast. It can develop after [[childbirth]] when large amounts of fluids are given intravenously, use of [[pitocin]] or fluid retention for other reasons, and may interfere with successful initiation of breastfeeding<ref name="areolar edema">{{cite journal |last1=Miller |first1=Voni |last2=Riordan |first2=Jan |title=Treating Postpartum Breast Edema With Areolar Compression |journal=Journal of Human Lactation |date=2004 |volume=20 |issue=2 |pages=223–226 |doi=10.1177/0890334404264326 |pmid=15117522 }}</ref>. An edematous areola can also develop in women with [[preeclampsia]].<ref>{{cite book|title=Breastfeeding management for the clinician : using the evidence|last=Walker|first=Marsha|publisher=Jones and Bartlett Publishers|year=2011|isbn=9780763766511|location=Sudbury, Mass|page=524–25}}</ref>
+{{Short description|Swelling of the areola}}
-==See also==
+'''Edematous areola''' refers to the swelling of the [[areola]], the pigmented area surrounding the [[nipple]] on the [[breast]]. This condition can occur due to various physiological and pathological reasons, and it is important to understand the underlying causes to provide appropriate management.
-==References==
+==Causes==
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+The edematous areola can result from several factors, including:
-{{Breast anatomy|state=collapsed}}
+* '''Hormonal changes''': During [[pregnancy]] and [[menstruation]], hormonal fluctuations can lead to fluid retention and swelling in the breast tissue, including the areola.
-{{Disorders of the breast}}
+* '''Infection''': Conditions such as [[mastitis]], an infection of the breast tissue, can cause inflammation and swelling of the areola.
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+* '''Allergic reactions''': Contact dermatitis or allergic reactions to substances such as lotions, soaps, or fabrics can lead to localized swelling.
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+* '''Trauma or injury''': Physical trauma to the breast area can result in swelling and edema of the areola.
-[[Category:Body fluids]]
+* '''Breast surgery''': Post-surgical edema is common after procedures such as [[breast augmentation]] or reduction.
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-[[Category:Midwifery]]
+==Symptoms==
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+The primary symptom of an edematous areola is noticeable swelling. Other associated symptoms may include:
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An '''edematous areola''' is a swollen and tender [[inflammation]] of the [[areola]] of the breast. It can develop after [[childbirth]] when large amounts of fluids are given intravenously, use of [[pitocin]] or fluid retention for other reasons, and may interfere with successful initiation of breastfeeding<ref name="areolar edema">{{cite journal |last1=Miller |first1=Voni |last2=Riordan |first2=Jan |title=Treating Postpartum Breast Edema With Areolar Compression |journal=Journal of Human Lactation |date=2004 |volume=20 |issue=2 |pages=223–226 |doi=10.1177/0890334404264326 |pmid=15117522 }}</ref>. An edematous areola can also develop in women with [[preeclampsia]].<ref>{{cite book|title=Breastfeeding management for the clinician : using the evidence|last=Walker|first=Marsha|publisher=Jones and Bartlett Publishers|year=2011|isbn=9780763766511|location=Sudbury, Mass|page=524–25}}</ref>

==See also==
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*[[Breast milk]]
*[[Nipple prosthesis]] for breast cancer survivors
*[[Nipple shield (breastfeeding)|Nipple shield]]
*[[Breastfeeding]]
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==References==
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