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I'm 23 weeks pregnant. my nipples became very dry and the skin broke. it was burning. does this happen during pregnancy? why is this happening? what should I do? can i apply coconut oil?
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hello doctor, I'm 23 weeks pregnant. my nipples became very dry and the skin broke. it was burning. does this happen during pregnancy? why is this happening? what should I do? can i apply coconut oil?
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Dr Rashmi SriramMom of a 9 yr 5 m old girl5 years agoA. Hi dry nipples is common. Use products with skin friendly ph. Use a gentle soap. Apply coconut oil every 3 hours. Try creams like lansinoh. It contains components which heal the nipple area
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Sunita MahatoMom of 2 children5 years agoA. this is normal.. this happen in or during the pregnancy.. it is important to keep the nipples well moisturized to keep the skin nourish.. yes apply coconut oil is good to keep well moisturized .. You can also use Himalaya nipples soothing cream or mama earth nipples soothing cream..
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