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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Nipple pigmentation
			\| synonyms = Areolar pigmentation
			\| field = [[Dermatology]]
			\| symptoms = Changes in color of the [[nipple]] and [[areola]]
			\| complications = None typically, but may indicate underlying conditions
			\| onset = Can occur at any age
			\| duration = Variable, often permanent
			\| causes = [[Hormonal changes]], [[genetics]], [[pregnancy]], [[aging]], [[medications]]
			\| risks = [[Pregnancy]], [[puberty]], [[hormonal therapy]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]]
			\| differential = [[Melanoma]], [[Paget's disease of the breast]], [[eczema]]
			\| prevention = None specific, general skin care
			\| treatment = Usually not required, [[topical creams]] for cosmetic reasons
			\| prognosis = Generally benign
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Nipple Pigmentation''' is a medical condition that refers to the change in color of the [[nipple]] and [[areola]]. This can occur due to a variety of reasons including hormonal changes, aging, and certain medical conditions.		'''Nipple Pigmentation''' is a medical condition that refers to the change in color of the [[nipple]] and [[areola]]. This can occur due to a variety of reasons including hormonal changes, aging, and certain medical conditions.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Nipple pigmentation can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include:		Nipple pigmentation can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include:

	* '''[[Hormonal Changes]]''': Hormonal changes during pregnancy or menstruation can cause the nipples to darken. This is a normal response and usually reverses after the hormonal changes subside.		* '''[[Hormonal Changes]]''': Hormonal changes during pregnancy or menstruation can cause the nipples to darken. This is a normal response and usually reverses after the hormonal changes subside.
	* '''[[Aging]]''': As a person ages, the nipples can darken due to changes in the skin and underlying tissues.		* '''[[Aging]]''': As a person ages, the nipples can darken due to changes in the skin and underlying tissues.
	* '''[[Medical Conditions]]''': Certain medical conditions, such as [[Addison's disease]], can cause darkening of the nipples.		* '''[[Medical Conditions]]''': Certain medical conditions, such as [[Addison's disease]], can cause darkening of the nipples.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The primary symptom of nipple pigmentation is a change in the color of the nipples. This can range from a slight darkening to a significant change in color. Other symptoms can include:		The primary symptom of nipple pigmentation is a change in the color of the nipples. This can range from a slight darkening to a significant change in color. Other symptoms can include:

	* '''[[Itching]]''': Some people may experience itching in the nipple area.		* '''[[Itching]]''': Some people may experience itching in the nipple area.
	* '''[[Pain]]''': In some cases, nipple pigmentation can be accompanied by pain or discomfort.		* '''[[Pain]]''': In some cases, nipple pigmentation can be accompanied by pain or discomfort.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of nipple pigmentation is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be performed to rule out other conditions.		Diagnosis of nipple pigmentation is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be performed to rule out other conditions.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for nipple pigmentation depends on the underlying cause. If the pigmentation is due to hormonal changes or aging, no treatment may be necessary. If the pigmentation is due to a medical condition, treatment of that condition may help to reduce the pigmentation.		Treatment for nipple pigmentation depends on the underlying cause. If the pigmentation is due to hormonal changes or aging, no treatment may be necessary. If the pigmentation is due to a medical condition, treatment of that condition may help to reduce the pigmentation.

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

	* [[Skin Pigmentation]]		* [[Skin Pigmentation]]
	* [[Melanin]]		* [[Melanin]]
	* [[Hormonal Changes]]		* [[Hormonal Changes]]

	[[Category:Medical Conditions]]		[[Category:Medical Conditions]]
	[[Category:Dermatology]]		[[Category:Dermatology]]
	[[Category:Endocrinology]]		[[Category:Endocrinology]]

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'''Nipple Pigmentation''' is a medical condition that refers to the change in color of the [[nipple]] and [[areola]]. This can occur due to a variety of reasons including hormonal changes, aging, and certain medical conditions.

== Causes ==

Nipple pigmentation can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include:

* '''[[Hormonal Changes]]''': Hormonal changes during pregnancy or menstruation can cause the nipples to darken. This is a normal response and usually reverses after the hormonal changes subside.
* '''[[Aging]]''': As a person ages, the nipples can darken due to changes in the skin and underlying tissues.
* '''[[Medical Conditions]]''': Certain medical conditions, such as [[Addison's disease]], can cause darkening of the nipples.

== Symptoms ==

The primary symptom of nipple pigmentation is a change in the color of the nipples. This can range from a slight darkening to a significant change in color. Other symptoms can include:

* '''[[Itching]]''': Some people may experience itching in the nipple area.
* '''[[Pain]]''': In some cases, nipple pigmentation can be accompanied by pain or discomfort.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of nipple pigmentation is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be performed to rule out other conditions.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for nipple pigmentation depends on the underlying cause. If the pigmentation is due to hormonal changes or aging, no treatment may be necessary. If the pigmentation is due to a medical condition, treatment of that condition may help to reduce the pigmentation.

== See Also ==

* [[Skin Pigmentation]]
* [[Melanin]]
* [[Hormonal Changes]]

[[Category:Medical Conditions]]
[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Endocrinology]]

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