Nipples are pointy and long - Do I have tubular breasts and can anything be done to fix this? (photos)

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I am 27 and have always hated my boobs and nipples. My nipples are also very pointy. The areolar itself isn’t too large but my actual nipples are huge/long and almost always erect even when they’re not hard. Can anything be done about this too? I would appreciate an answer because I am so self conscious and upset about how my breasts look.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. You should certainly have a consultation with a plastic surgeon to assess your breasts and your concerns. If it is just the nipple, a simple procedure can be done to reduce the actual nipple size and make it smaller. This is called a nipple reduction.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

The traits of tuberous breasts are constriction of tissue around the nipples, an undefined breast fold and areola puffiness. You don’t appear to display these traits. If you’re only concerned about the size of your nipples, a surgical nipple reduction can be performed. The procedure would remove excess tissue to reduce the size of your nipples, making them more proportionate in size.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos and questions.  Based on your photos you do not have tubular breasts.  If the nipple size is concerning to you you can have them reduced in a relatively simple procedure.  If you would like larger breasts you can consider an augmentation.  The best place to begin these discussions is by scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good afternoon,
Your nipples are large in proportion to your breasts and areolas- you can have a nipple reduction which actually heals almost invisibly and makes a dramatic difference in the size and appearance of your nipples.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You can actually have your nipples shortened if you wanted. However if you haven't had children yet and think you want to breast feed I would not advise doing it. Nipple reduction could block the ducts for breast feeding

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