Patient's question:
I have always had inverted nipples. Now I am preparing to get pregnant. I heard from others that after giving birth, I will need to change diapers for the baby. However, the issue of inverted nipples might interfere with me changing diapers in the future. So, I want to address this problem now. What are the causes of inverted nipples, and can they heal on their own?Doctor's answer:
Common causes include congenital developmental deformities, nipple inflammation, breast cancer, etc. Patients should seek a general surgery follow-up at a regular hospital as soon as possible for a face-to-face examination. After a confirmed diagnosis, symptomatic treatment should be administered. Patients should first address this issue before considering pregnancy. Patients should pay attention to personal hygiene and wear appropriate bras. Nipple inversion is mostly congenital. Some women may have inverted nipples that protrude during breastfeeding, but some women's nipples may not protrude, which can affect future breastfeeding. In other aspects, it usually has no impact.Recommendation: Adolescence is a crucial period for breast development and an important time to correct nipple inversion. Regularly pulling the nipples can make the breasts weak and reduce the supporting force of the surrounding skin, achieving a certain "shaping" effect.