In a message dated 97-04-11 10:27:03 EDT, you write: << Any suggestions for a mom with one areola that is red, flaky, itchy and seems dry? >> Tina, It may be eczema, she may want to try a dermatologist. Does she have eczema elsewhere? Also it may be a reaction to something the baby ate and it came in contact with her breast. At 7 mos, did he try some new food? Laurie Wheeler, RNC, MN, IBCLC Violet Louisiana