I have mildly painful nipples after running for some time this morning. It is the second time this has happened. I believe it must have something to do with wet cotton rubbing when I am jogging. Anyone ever had this? What is the best prevention/cure?
2006-10-29 04:20:10 · 11 answers · asked by James 6 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I should say that I have no need for a bra as my breasts are not very big. However, I think I will try vaseline even though it is a brand name.
2006-10-29 05:47:11 · update #1
put vaseline on nipples before running
2006-10-29 04:22:37 · answer #1 · answered by Tracy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Taken from the BBC website:
Nipples are very sensitive and you've obviously already found out just how painful it can be when they're irritated.
You're suffering with jogger's nipple which is a very common problem for runners, particularly those who run long distance. As you run your clothing rubs against your nipples causing soreness, dryness, inflammation and bleeding. This is often much worse if the nipples are erect. For those who haven't experienced this problem, and please don't try this, imagine the effect of rubbing a piece of sandpaper up and down on your nipples.
What to wear
The best clothing material is silk because it's soft compared with modern synthetic fibres which can be quite coarse. Loose-fitting sportswear has less opportunity to rub. If you need to wear something that fits closely then many people find that good-fitting Lycra is less damaging.
Use something to protect your nipples. A plaster is a straightforward idea provided you're brave enough to remove it and some of your chest hairs, too. Surgical tape is available from the pharmacist and works in the same way but is a little bit less adhesive. Nipple guards are available for breastfeeding women who suffer the same symptoms when it's the baby sucking that causes the discomfort. Although they aren't marketed for men, there's no reason why you shouldn't try them for your problem.
A barrier cream such as those used for a baby's nappy area containing zinc is protective and soothing too. Many people use petroleum jelly for its similar benefits.
Failing all these you could always cut holes in your running top or run bare chested.
2006-10-29 04:24:10 · answer #2 · answered by librarian 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I ran a half marathon and got 'runners nipple' half way round jeez it was painful a bit of vaseline sorts it though. Its pretty common, just wear a cotton shirt or something without a motif on the nipple the stitching kills!
2006-10-29 04:31:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I run races and the best thing for joggers nipples is pure and simple "vasolene" i can 100% say this does work, it provides a barrier between what your wearing and your nipple which are sensative, if you ask other runners they will recomend the same thing, good luck
2006-10-29 04:30:21 · answer #4 · answered by simonbeever2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom was a marathon runner. She ususally applied bandaids to the nipples before going for a long run.
2006-10-29 04:28:02 · answer #5 · answered by T_Jania 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had this once when i was rubbing a towel against my nipple it gets sore i put vasalin on it 4....5 times a day and b4 i went to bed!! try it it works and try use a softer bra like a sports one when jogging!
2006-10-29 05:19:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try a sports bra.Or put some baby powder on them before u run.It will absorb some of the sweat.
2006-10-29 04:26:37 · answer #7 · answered by sweet_thing_kay04 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you just put band-aids on them. The adhesive is strong enough to hold and the pad will protect your nipples
2006-10-29 05:50:06 · answer #8 · answered by june clever 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pasties or a good jogging bra. Have you guy massage them frequently.
2006-10-29 04:29:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep - a good fitting sports bra will do wonders.
2006-10-29 04:29:56 · answer #10 · answered by Lost and found 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋