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    Discharge from nipple and Swelling

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms discharge from nipple and swelling including Nipple stimulation, Nipple irritation, and Mastitis (infectious).

    There are 11 conditions associated with discharge from nipple and swelling. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Nipple stimulation

      Nipple stimulation can cause red, irritated, hard or erect, and sensitive nipples, and even discharge.

    • Nipple irritation

      Nipple irritation may cause nipple pain, redness, skin dryness and cracking, and bleeding around the nipple.

    • Mastitis (infectious)

      Mastitis, an infection of the breast, causes pain or swelling of the breast, fever, and flu-like symptoms.

    • Poison ivy, oak, and sumac

      The toxin found in poison ivy, oak, and sumac causes an itchy, allergic rash with raised welts and blisters.

    • Cellulitis

      Cellulitis, a bacterial infection of the skin, causes red, tender skin that is usually swollen and warm.

    • Insect bites

      Redness, swelling, pain, itching, bumps are common symptoms of insect bites.

    • Insect sting

      An insect sting may be followed by redness, swelling, and itching.

    • Muscle strain

      Muscle strain occurs when muscles are stressed, overworked, or injured due to physical activity or labor.

    • Chemical burns

      A chemical burn can cause symptoms ranging from burning and blisters to pain and shortness of breath.

    • Burn (heat or fire)

      Burns caused by heat are called thermal burns and can cause pain swelling, skin changes, blisters and more.

    • Osteomyelitis (bone infection)

      Osteomyelitis is an infection of a bone that causes pain, swelling, and redness.

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