Why do my inverted nipples look like this? How do I fix them? (Photo)

Question

I've had inverted nipples my whole life, but I've never noticed how abnormal that was until a few years ago. I bought nipplets about a year ago and have used them here and there. I'm really concerned about how odd my nipples look when they're protruding outwards. They don't look like normal nipples. They're really bumpy like they're deformed. Why does it look like this and what can be done about it?

Phillip Chang, MD · Answer

Hi NotSoHeavenly

Inverted nipples can be corrected with a minor surgical procedure performed under local anesthesia. Nipple inversion correction surgery aims to preserve the nipple’s usual sensation, avoid visible scarring, and maintain the functioning of the breast duct to enable breastfeeding. For more information about this procedure, please visit our website.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear NotSoHeavenly,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like this could be improved with a procedure under local anesthesia. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Those bumps can be removed with a small in-office procedure under local anesthesia.  Hope this helps.

Why do my inverted nipples look like this? How do I fix them? (Photo)

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