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    Pedrocorre

    Hi runners.

    Sometime ago I had a bad nipple sore and I believe it was caused because my shirts were too loose. I started using tighter shirts and the problem stopped.

    Unfortunately it started again, to the extent of bleeding a bit, and it is becoming painful. I think it might be related to the low temperatures during my early morning runs. Is this possible? I am applying a thick lanolin-cream, but does not seem to work well. 

    How do you cope with this? 

    Thanks a lot

     Pedro 

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberTS1207
    • CommentTimeNov 7th 2007
     
    TS1207

    www.sportwax.com  -  best stuff I've ever used - beats bodyglide to heck in my opinion

    • CommentAuthorFree Membermikeyg83
    • CommentTimeNov 7th 2007
     
    mikeyg83
    Cheap and already in your house - bandaids.
    • CommentAuthorFree MemberTrotters
    • CommentTimeNov 7th 2007
     
    Trotters
    Waterproof type plasters ('Band-aids') are the only thing guaranteed to work over long distances; 8 miles + - the fabric type will absorb your sweat  and drop off, so go for the plastic, waterproof versions- you may need to shave chest hair around your nipples to get them to stick!
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    Pedrocorre

    Isn't a band-aid going to hurt even more the already bruised skin?

     

    Thanks! 

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    changingground

    Only for a minuteCry!

    I use medium-sized strip bandaids, so that the adhesive tabs don't stick to already wounded skin. I've tried pre-run vaseline to somewhat limited success. I've also had all types of bandaids  that I've tried sweat off eventually. I've found, however, that the coverage I do have before they sweat off is enough to minimize chafing ill effects (being covered for one and a half of two hours is enough, apparently). I can't speak to any consistancy of brands, as, with two kids, we have a large variety of bandaids in the house.

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberTrotters
    • CommentTimeNov 7th 2007
     
    Trotters
    You'll find that the day after, the pain has gone- your nipples will have healed up-best way to apply is a small vertical one, then a larger strip horizontally over the top- I find this remains on and protects , regardless of the tightness or fabric of the shirt you choose and also regardless of weather conditions.
    • CommentAuthorFree Memberrfugere
    • CommentTimeNov 7th 2007
     
    rfugere

    I have had success with Vasaline, BodyGlide, or Bandaids.  I BodyGlide worked for me.

    Try them all and see what works best for you.

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    DanMarquette

    Trotters,

    You're right on the money there.  When using band-aids (which I do for long runs when cold or humid/rainy) be sure to put on band-aids "Vertically". 

    Your shirt will ride up and down during a run, and if your band-aid is horizontal, the edges will get caught and the band-aid pulled loose or off.  Keep them vertical, and aside from looking a little like Wendy O Williams, you'll feel much better in the post-run shower.

    Dan

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    getfitfast

    Guys...

    I'm very new to running and just did my first 7K run in the rain yesterday morning as part of a Bootcamp. It was wet and I was wearing a cotton t-short. When I got home and had my evening shower - I got this nasty burning sensation on my nipples...I guess this is nipple-sore...

    Should I have expected this given I am so fresh into running?

    Cheers...  

     

     

     

     

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    wvhillrunner

    "  Keep them vertical, and aside from looking a little like Wendy O Williams, you'll feel much better in the post-run shower. "

     

    hehe..  memories.  I think she used electrical tape.

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberMikeDRunner
    • CommentTimeNov 9th 2007 edited
     
    MikeDRunner
    When I was running 5-6 days/week training for my marathons, I found that the liquid bandage products (new skin I believe was the brand I used) worked well and would last for 3-4 days. I usually painted them on the night before my long run with 2-3 coats. It took a little longer, but it worked well for hot, humid conditions where I would sweat a lot. Good luck!
    • CommentAuthorFree Membergogoodygo
    • CommentTimeNov 19th 2007
     
    gogoodygo
    run naked
    • CommentAuthorFree MemberPedrocorre
    • CommentTimeNov 19th 2007
     
    Pedrocorre

    Hi Gogoodygo

     

    I have tried running naked but the problem is that all the papers with phone numbers, underwear and apartment keys falling in front me from my admirers made me loose track on my running, so I stopped!

     

    Thanks anyway. 

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberJessGrif
    • CommentTimeNov 19th 2007
     
    JessGrif
    Have same problem. Lot of options, but I have found that nothing stays on better, or longer, through sweat or rain, than waterproof first aid tape. You can buy a five foot roll of it for a couple of bucks at Walgreens. I find bandaids come off a little too easy on long runs, if you sweat a fair amount. Just peel off a two inch piece and place it on vertically. Stings a little when you pull it off, but it works like a charm. Good luck.
    • CommentAuthorFree MemberSAKufel
    • CommentTimeNov 19th 2007
     
    SAKufel
    Wearing Under Armour shirts worked for me.  Go for the very tight, body-hugging kind, the ones designed to keep you either cool or warm.  Nice and tight, they stopped the chafing even during runs upward of 6 mi.
    • CommentAuthorFree Memberjherold
    • CommentTimeNov 20th 2007
     
    jherold

    Band Aid makes these little round bandaids, I think for like shaving nicks or needle punches.  They are the "perfect" size, if you know what I mean.  They stay on and since I don't really like the shaved chest look, they are small enough to stick only on the bump and aerola.  Never thought I'd comment on this, but I know that this can really hurt.  Ever dive into a swimming pool and scrape them on the bottom?  OUCH!

     

    Good luck.

    • CommentAuthorFree Membershoe
    • CommentTimeNov 28th 2007
     
    shoe
    I started having this problem when I started wearing tech shirts instead of cotton. Nasty stinging. Band Aids work well though they were falling off during humid, summer months. Have been using a product called Nip-Guards and have had good luck with it.
    • CommentAuthorFree Memberesky25
    • CommentTimeNov 28th 2007
     
    esky25

    I doubled the life of my bandaid boxes by just tearing off the sticky ends and using one on each nipple.  Plus they're invisible even when wearing a thin white shirt. 

    • CommentAuthorFree MemberAPDuncan27
    • CommentTimeNov 28th 2007
     
    APDuncan27
    Dr. Scholl's molskin works incredibly well.  Designed for your feet, but great for your nips.  I use them on every run.
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    englishmann

    I second bodyglide. That stuff is wonderful. I still have one nipple that is hard all the time as it was a bit scabby, more like an astroturf burn. Body glide takes it all with ease. In over 90f weather and 12 plus miles, bandaids would either lose the glue through sweat or just just slip off my manly chest hair.

    • CommentAuthorFree Membertc_hayes
    • CommentTimeDec 5th 2007
     
    tc_hayes

     

      Try using Microfiber Tape. 3M Blenderm Surgical Tape. This is available in most chemists stores. Cut to size and for the more hirsute runners apply only to the areola covering the nipples. Its pretty darn inobstrusive, so do rememeber to remove after your run. Comes off pretty easily and so no more sore nipples. Has worked for me while running in upto 32 deg C weather and loads of sweat. It does protect slightly sore nips, but do take care when removing.

    happy waddling (",) 

     (my 2 cents worth!)

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