Herniated Areloas: What are they?

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I wasn't sure what they were, so I looked into it and I have them. I found a website talking about surgery to fix it that said herniated areolas are weak. What does this mean? I mean, should I be gentle with them? I never knew this sort of thing existed so excuse any odd questions.

Daryl K. Hoffman, MD · Answer

Most women with herniated areolas or "puffy nipples" like the way the look better when the nipples are cold and contracted.  They can be fixed with surgery but it leaves a scar around the outside of the areolas.  It may be worth if you really dislike the look.

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS · Answer

The areolar skin in tuberous breasts may be stretchier than in women who don't have tuberous breasts, allowing the breast tissue to "herniate" or cause so-called "puffy nipples" or more accurately, puffy areolas. But your areolas have skin that is perfectly capable of breast-feeding and any other activity you may wish to subject them to--fear not, fair maiden! Best wishes, Dr. Tholen

Herniated Areloas: What are they?

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