Patient's question:
Does inverted nipples have a significant impact on health if left untreated? When should treatment be considered?Doctor's answer:
Hello! If a nipple inversion (nipple retraction) is discovered, women should seek timely correction. Depending on the situation, the following methods can be chosen.First is manual traction. Puberty is a critical period for breast development, as well as an important time for correcting nipple inversion. Regularly pulling the nipples can make the breasts more prominent and increase the support of the surrounding skin, achieving a "shaping" effect. Do this several times a day. Over time, the nipples will naturally gradually protrude outward. If it doesn’t work, you can first gently push the skin near the nipple outward.
Second is suction therapy. After pregnancy, use a breast pump to suction the nipples several times a day, utilizing its negative pressure to promote nipple protrusion.
Third is using a nipple corrector, which is effective for treating flat or inverted nipples.