The small projection near the center of the breast containing the outlets of the milk ducts, OR the corresponding projection of the male breast. The areola is the darker tissue that encircles the nipple. Subareolar describes the location beneath the surface of the areola. Also: Areola, Nipples, Subareolar

	(Prescription) Drug Side-Effects Our Question about blood in nipple discharge "Some medications can cause non-bloody nipple discharge..." Breast Cancer Our Question about nipple discharge color "Nipple discharge is usually harmless, and should not signify anything seriously wrong..." Chamomile As A Treatment "...Externally, Chamomile is used to treat sore and chapped nipples in nursing mothers, as well as minor skin infections and abrasions..." Eczema Our Question about itchy or scaly nipples "Itchy, scaly and cracked nipples are a sign of eczema..." Hyperprolactinemia The Condition "...Causes & Development Some other causes for prolactin elevation, besides those listed below, include nipple stimulation, chest wall lesions (herper zoster lesions, scars, pacemakers) and sexual stimulation..." Male Breast Cancer The Condition "...Any breast lump, nipple discharge, or change in the breast should be investigated..." Pregnancy-Related Issues Our Question about nipple discharge color "Some women have nipple discharge very early in pregnancy..." Sebaceous Hyperplasia The Condition "...Signs & Symptoms Sebaceous hyperplasia occasionally also occurs on the chest, areola, mouth or vulva..." Vitiligo The Condition "...Signs & Symptoms Common sites include ... Exposed areas - face, neck, eyes, nostrils, nipples, navel, genitals..."

Last updated: Nov 14, 2009