New changes in your breast that cause your nipple to become inverted are worth investigating with your doctor. Especially if it is associated with nipple discharge or with a new bump in your breast. Talk with your doctor, get an exam by your doctor and consider a mammogram if you have not done so already... more
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Inverted nipple a sign of breast cancer?
my left breast nipple is dented. i've been ok with it, yet i saw a story in the news that it could be a sign of breast cancer. so now i am really scared! what's the cause of inverted nipples and is it something i need to get checked out right away?
2 answers to “Inverted nipple a sign of breast cancer?”
A: Not all inverted nipples mean cancer
If you have always had an inverted nipple then the chance that this is related to breast cancer is very very slim. If the inversion came about over the course of several weeks or months, then this is reason for concern and you should seek an appointment with a physician. With breast cancer, inverted nipples... more
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891 posts
24 Jun 2009
In the vast majority of women with nipple inversion, the process is was long-standing and without causative factors. If the nipple inversion occurs during adulthood, and especially if it is of recent onset, you should consult your physician. In these circumstances there is a 14% malignancy rate.
465 posts
21 Jul 2009
It can be a sign of cancer called inflamatory breast cancer that is not picked up on mamogram..If you have other sypmtoms should ask for an ultrasound or further testing....Do some research on inflamatory breast cancer and talk to your doctor... All plastic surgeons and Derms should be aware of the signs as it usually appears as a rash, uneven size or nipple issues.... Many might write this off as cosmetic or just a irritating rash and don't get it checked out...It's something you need to mention to your doctor as it often gets overlooked....