Patient's question:
I noticed a while ago during a bath that my nipples seemed to be slightly inverted, but it wasn't very noticeable, so I didn't pay much attention. Yesterday, while taking a bath, I realized that the inversion of my nipples was more obvious, and I started to feel a bit anxious. I don't know how serious it is or how to treat it. Is surgery necessary for nipple inversion?Doctor's answer:
Nipple inversion is a congenital breast deformity. If the inversion is mild, it can be effectively stabilized through regular nipple traction exercises. If the inversion is severe, with the nipple completely invisible, surgery is required to correct it. Failure to pay attention to nipple hygiene can easily lead to nipple inflammation, which can significantly impact normal breastfeeding in the future. It is important to enhance cleanliness and sterilization in the nipple area and closely monitor for any discharge.