Patient's question:
I am 25 years old, female. Recently, while taking a bath, I noticed that my nipples seem to be slightly protruding outwards. My friend said it might be nipple inversion. Could you please tell me what are the hazards of nipple inversion?Doctor's answer:
The hazards of inverted nipples can be categorized in several aspects. First, from an aesthetic perspective, it can interfere with appearance. Therefore, it can cause significant psychological distress to the patient. Second, due to the difficulty in cleaning inverted nipples, they tend to accumulate a lot of dirt, which can easily lead to infection and recurrent infections. Another issue is the difficulty in breastfeeding, especially with type 3 inverted nipples, where it is hard for the infant to feed properly. In such cases, not only is breastfeeding not possible, but it can also lead to acute mastitis during the breastfeeding period.During treatment, patients should maintain a balanced diet, follow a regular sleep schedule, actively engage in physical exercise, and regulate their physical and mental health. It is also important to maintain personal hygiene and avoid infections due to weakened immunity.