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Inverted nipples
I am so embarrassed for having inverted nipples, and I don't know what this means? And I would like to know how to resolve this? I need some information please
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Inverted nipples, which retract into the breast, can occur in both men and women. There are a number of potential causes for this condition: 1. Some people are born this way, but some can develop inverted nipples as a result of an underlying condition. If you haven't had inverted nipples since childhood or puberty, you should speak with a health care professional. 2. People over 50 who develop inverted nipples should be screened for breast cancer. 3. For most people who have them, inverted nipples can be a cosmetic concern, or cause more serious consequences like difficulty with breastfeeding. 4. If you develop a painful lump that oozes pus when pushed or cut, and if you have fever, you may have a type of infection called subareolar breast abscess. 5. Most nipple infections happen during lactation, but subareolar breast abscesses appear in women who are not lactating. 6. If your nipples have been recently pierced and have become inverted, ask your doctor to check you for subareolar breast abscess.
Next Steps
Roll your nipple between thumb and forefinger several times a day. Use manual or oral stimulation. Consult to surgeon.
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