Patient's question:
Since childhood, I have had inverted nipples. I have tried some methods, but none have worked.Previous treatment history and effectiveness: I have not been to the hospital for this.
What kind of help do you need: If surgery is performed, what is the estimated cost? How long will it take to fully recover? Will it affect breastfeeding?
Doctor's answer:
You can start with conservative treatment. You can first perform manual traction, gently pulling the retracted nipple outward. Sustained or intermittent outward traction on the nipple can make it protrude. The partner can suck on the retracted nipple. For nipples that have already been set, the most ideal method is to use a nipple corrector, which utilizes the principle of negative pressure to draw the nipple out, or a negative pressure cupping device to gently and repeatedly suction the nipple. If these methods do not correct the issue, surgical treatment may be necessary.