Hi,
I'm worried because recently I noticed 2 roundish/oval white spots (discoloration)on my areola (left breast) and a couple other very small white spots on the areola of the right breast.
The spots are smooth
Is discoloration of the areola normal sometimes or could I have vitiligo?
I'm not pregnant, breastfeeding, neither have I had breast cancer/ masectomy.
Also, on my left arm, I've noticed about 5 or 6 tiny white spots. I showed that to the physician I work with and she said she said she douts it's vitiligo..although, she didnt really look at it much. But I hadn't seen the aerola so I didnt show it to her...that's what's really worrying me now.
Thanks Every disease does have a cure and here a few ideas to implement. Cleansing the bowels is the first step.
Dermatitis
Definition
Dermatitis is a term used to describe several types of inflammation of the upper layer of the skin. Its symptoms include itching, flaking, crusting, scaling, and thickening of the skin.
Types and Symptoms
Atopic dermatitis is a severe form of dermatitis, characterized by chronic itching and inflammation of the skin. It most commonly occurs in individuals with a family history of allergic disorders such as asthma, hay fever, and milk allergies.
Chronic dermatitis of the hands and feet, or a generalized dermatitis that affects wide areas of the skin with extreme scaling, are other forms of dermatitis.
Contact dermatitis is an inflammation produced by substances that touch the skin, such as direct irritants and allergy-causing substances, as well as exposure to light.
Nummular dermatitis produces coin-shaped red bumps that cause intense itching. It most often occurs in middle-age people who are under stress and is most likely to occur in the winter.
Seborrheic dermatitis refers to an inflammation of the scalp or face, and, in rare cases, on the sternum (breastbone).
*Dermatitis is also sometimes referred to as eczema.
Cause
Dermatitis is most frequently caused by food allergies, contact allergies (makeup, nickel and other metals in jewelry, perfumes, creams), or toxic plant allergies such as poison ivy or poison oak.
If the allergy-causing factors of dermatitis are not removed and/or the affected area of the skin is excessively scratched, the dermatitis may spread and become very severe. Gastrointestinal problems such as parasites should also be screened for.
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Natural Cures
Aromatherapy: Benzoin, chamomile, lavender, bergamot, and geranium are all useful essential oils that can be applied topically to the areas of the skin affected by dermatitis.
Diet: In order to properly treat dermatitis, it is important to identify and eliminate food allergies and other allergy-causing substances. Follow a gluten-free diet with no wheat, oats, rye, or barley. Also avoid dairy foods, especially cow`s milk, as many studies have shown this to be another major culprit food. In addition, eat lots of sauerkraut and naturally fermented foods.
Flower Essences: Rescue Remedy Cream庐 can also be applied topically.
Herbs: Combine the tinctures of nettle, red clover, and cleavers in equal parts and drink 1/2 teaspoon of this mixture three times a day. Drink an infusion of fresh nettle or cleavers twice a day. To alleviate itching, bathe the affected area with lukewarm or cold chickweed infusion. For cracked, dry, or painful skin, use a salve made from calendula flowers and St. John`s wort leaves.
Homeopathy: Pulsatilla, Arsen alb., Lycopodium, Graphites, Petroleum, Sulfur, Thuja, and Sepia are useful homeopathic remedies.
Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment. We suggest several at-home hydrotherapy treatments. Please seek the advice of your alternative health care practitioner before undergoing these procedures to make sure they are appropriate for you.
*Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy treatment. The section Remedies for Treating Chlorinated Bath Water offers clear instructions and recommendations.
Juice Therapy: The following juice combinations can be helpful for alleviating dermatitis symptoms: carrot, beet, cucumber, and celery; carrot, celery, and apple; and cantaloupe juice.
Nutritional Supplementation: People with dermatitis should assess their need for digestive enzymes, and supplement accordingly. Other useful nutrients are vitamin B6 and vitamin B complex, magnesium, zinc, acidophilus, and evening primrose oil or omega-6 fatty acids from other sources.
Topical Treatment: Aloe vera gel, pyridoxine ointment, or a mixture of vitamin E, vitamin A, unflavored yogurt, a little honey, and zinc oxide, make excellent topical salves for easing and reversing symptoms. Evening primrose oil applied directly to cracks and sore areas of the skin (folds such as elbows and behind the knee, for example) can also be very helpful in promoting healing.
Alternative Professional Care
If your symptoms persist despite the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. The following professional care therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating and relieving the symptoms of dermatitis: Acupuncture, Detoxification Therapy, Environmental Medicine, Hypnotherapy, Mind/Body Therapy, Magnetic Field Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, Osteopathy, Oxygen Therapy (Hydrogen Peroxide Therapy), and Yoga. (See Glossary for descriptions of these Alternative Therapies.) It is possible... you should go to a dermatologist and try to find all of the spots you have and the doctor will be able to hopefully figure it out. Also, if the doctor is unsure, you could always ask for a prescription for the cream that keeps it in check so that it doesn't spread any further just in case. There is a web sight that is the national institution for vitiligo and they have alot of good info about this. It says its not curable but treatable so google it and see. I have had vitiligo for about 20 years. I first noticed it on my cheeks and chin at around the age of 13. Now that its been about 20 years, it is barely noticeable. Even though there isn't a cure for vitiligo, it can change with time and I am sure it has something to do with how your skin ages. I have read many things about this skin disorder and one thing it does suggest is to apply vitamin E and to also stay out of direct sunlight and avoid sunburns if at all possible. Other than that, go to a dermatalogist, they would have more information. |
