Inverted nipple: Cosmetic problem or medical concern?
Inverted nipple: Cosmetic problem or medical concern?QuestionWhat causes an inverted nipple? Should I be concerned? AnswerIf you have always had an inverted nipple, it is probably not a medical concern. However, a newly inverted nipple can be a sign of a serious underlying condition, such as breast cancer, and should be evaluated by a doctor. Other causes of an inverted nipple include:
If an inverted nipple is a cosmetic concern, outpatient surgery to correct the inverted nipple may be possible. However, it's important to note that complications, such as altered nipple sensation and the inability to breast-feed, are possible. Inverted nipple A nipple that has always been turned inward (inverted) usually isn't a medical concern. But a nipple that has recently turned inward should be checked by a doctor. Last Updated: 10/09/2006 © 1998-2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
Terms and conditions of use |
|
|
|
|
