Would having a nipple reduction will effect breastfeeding in the future?

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I'm 24 years old and have no kids. I'm scheduled to have a breast augmentation in a few months and am considering getting a nipple reduction too. I do not mind the size of my Areola, but my nipple is quite long. I would like to breastfeed in the future if I have kids, and was wondering if having a nipple reduction will effect breastfeeding in the future?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Although a risk, there are options at surgically reducing the projection of a woman’s nipple without disrupting the milk ducts present.  Hope this helps.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

While it is not guaranteed, you should understand that your ability to breastfeed following surgery may be negatively impacted. This is a risk related to any cosmetic breast surgery, even if it is rare in occurrence.

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

You should be able to breast feed with nipple reduction. Typically with this procedure nipple skin is removed and the attachments of the nipple to the breast remain intact. The nipple is "telescoped" down to shorten projection. It's a great procedure for women who want to reduce their nipple projection.Best of luck to you!

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

the simplest reduction maneuver is to simply top the nipple (lop off the top), cutting it where you want the height to be.  Secondary healing will then occur and the body is remarkable in recreating what was there before so its conceivable your ducts will re-establish themselves for breast feeding down the road.  BUT if you don't want to accept such risks, then what Dr. Shermak suggested would be the procedure of choice.

Would having a nipple reduction will effect breastfeeding in the future?

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