Post Date September, 06 2023
Nipple retraction is a common condition, which also brings special troubles to many women. It not only affects the beauty of the breasts, but also causes abnormal situations, so it must be taken seriously.
What is inverted nipple
Nipple invagination, also known as nipple invagination, refers to a nipple deformity that does not protrude from the areola plane or even protrudes below the areola, forming a volcanic crater like shape locally. Nipple retraction mainly occurs in women, and relevant reports show that the proportion of nipple retraction in women is about 40%, and severe cases can affect normal breastfeeding.
Nipple retraction can be divided into two types: true and false. True refers to the retraction or inversion of the nipple into the breast, and even if the nipple is pulled, it cannot rise above the breast skin, which is the main situation of nipple retraction. Pseudo nipple retraction refers to the condition where the nipple size develops normally, but only sinks into the areola. The nipple cannot be lifted without pulling, and can be raised above the breast skin after pulling.
Nipple recession can be divided into two types: primary and secondary. Primary breast recession is mainly related to genetic and developmental factors, while secondary breast recession is mainly caused by breast tumors, breast inflammation, breast trauma, and other reasons. Nipple recession not only affects the overall appearance of the breast, but also affects breastfeeding. Some women with nipple recession can cause local infections and endanger their health. Therefore, daily cleaning and correction are necessary for nipple recession.
Symptoms of inverted nipple
First degree retraction: The nipple may retract slightly, with a groove at the base of the nipple.
Secondary invagination: Moderate contraction of the nipple, with the top of the nipple sinking into the areola.
Third degree retraction: This is the most severe condition of nipple retraction, where the nipple contracts severely and folds into the breast.
Nipple retraction examination
1. Molybdenum target X-ray examination: Axial X-ray can reveal breast masses, fibrosis, and calcification lesions.
2. MRI examination: Fat resistance scan can display sunken nipples.
Diagnosis of inverted nipple
1. Medical history: Primary nipple depression often occurs in girls, secondary nipple depression often occurs in lactating women, ductal dilation or accompanied by periductal mastitis, breast tumors accompanied by breast masses and corresponding skin lesions.
2. Clinical manifestation: It is the main basis for diagnosis, that is, one or both nipples retract into the breast skin, or invert into the breast.
