Hi, I am 18 yrs old now. I had these "nipples" ever since I had memory. I always believed that they were inverted nipples until someday I suddenly had a very dim memory that I actually digged out my nipples when I was young. I am wondering if my "nipples" really are inverted nipples or, did I really digged them out when I was young? If they are inverted nipples, can you tell me what degrees are they. If not, do I still have the chance to have a pair of normal nipples? Thank you so much for your patience!
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Thank you for your question. Inverted nipples is common, and can be corrected with a small procedure. See a board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person examination to correctly diagnose what is taking place.
Inverted nipple correction is an elective procedure. It is not a procedure essential to your health but if the appearance of you nipple concerns you, you can chose to have a minor procedure to get the inversion corrected.
Denis L. Gonyon, Jr., MD (account suspended) says:
An inverted nipple can be normal but can also be a sign of something more concerning. I would recommend consultation with either a plastic or general surgeon for evaluation and examination. Hopefully you are getting routine mammograms and, if not, you should get one. This...
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