The tip of the nipple that goes inside instead of going out, it is called an inverted nipple. Inverted nipples are also called retracted nipples. Sometimes the person can be born as a result of the anatomical structure, sometimes it can develop later. It can be seen in both men and women, and sometimes it can be seen only in one breast.
Inverted nipples can make breastfeeding difficult in some women. It makes it difficult for the baby to grasp the nipple. If you are considering becoming a mother, you can get information from your doctor or a breastfeeding counselor. However, in general, the inverted nipples are not a problem for mothers who want to breastfeed their babies because babies do not have difficulty in sucking since they grasp all of the pigmented part called areola. Sometimes, inverted nipples may also occur after the mothers breastfeeding their babies.
Since inversion, also known as inverted nipple is considered as a normal condition, it is not seen as a problem that needs to be treated by doctors. This condition is quite common and occurs in approximately one out of ten women. However, if this problem occurred in time and there is a specific disease or infection underlying it, this disorder should be treated.
There are several different methods that can be applied for people who want to get a treatment for inverted nipples:
The primary purpose of doctors in such operations is to try to achieve the desired image in the breast without losing the incision scar, without losing the natural sensation of the nipple and breastfeeding function.
An inverted nippleis referred to as an inverted or retracted nipple. In the retracted nipples acquired afterwards, it will be examined to determine whether a disease lying behind causes this appearance. This may also be a sign of infection. If there has appeared an inversion on one or two of your nipples in a short time, you should consult your doctor.
Some of the causes that may lead to inversion in the nipple are:
In general, gradually appearing nipple inversion is not a sign of a disease. However, in case of sudden inversion in the nipples, you should consult your doctor and have your tests done. It is also necessary to look for the following symptoms: swelling, pain and discomfort in the nipple, redness, irritation, discharge, thickening and pitting of the breast skin. In these cases, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible.
