What problems can nipple retraction cause? What to pay attention to when breastfeeding with inverted nipples

Breasts are an important part of a woman's body and play a significant role, but there are also abnormalities in the breasts, including nipple recession, which has a significant impact on breastfeeding. It is necessary to pay attention to the correct breastfeeding method.

The hazards of nipple retraction

1. Breast retraction affects lactation function: During pregnancy, new breast milk secretes milk, breast dilation, nipple retraction further worsens, and lactation is difficult.

2. The nipple depression affects sexual desire: The nipple is a very important sensitive point for women, and many women's sexual desire is achieved through nipple stimulation. If the nipple is sunken, it is difficult to exert effective sexual stimulation and can also affect male sexual desire.

3. Dented nipples can easily cause mastitis: Dented nipples are located under the areola skin and do not protrude from the areola plane, making it difficult to clean locally. Dented areas are prone to hiding dirt and often causing local infections. Breast ducts pass through the recessed areas and inflammation spreads to the breast, causing mastitis

How to breastfeed with inverted nipples

1. Mild nipple depression: Gently pull out the nipple each time and deliver it to the baby's mouth, including nipple inhalation, successfully. But the nipples are sunken, so special attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the nipples. Usually, the nipples should be pulled out for cleaning, and the nipples should be cleaned before and after each breastfeeding. When the nipple is severely sunken, it should not be forcefully pulled or pulled outward.

2. Degree nipple depression: Patients with severe nipple depression are indeed unable to breastfeed and must return to the breast as soon as possible to avoid acute mastitis.

3. Other methods: You can also wear auxiliary nipples on the breast and let the baby suck on the auxiliary nipples.

Precautions for lactation with inverted nipple

1. Manual correction of nipple retraction - cross operation of the nipple. First, apply a warm towel to the nipple. After washing your hands, place your two thumbs parallel to both sides of the nipple and slowly pull them apart from the nipple. Pull the skin and subcutaneous tissue of the areola, place your two thumbs above and below the nipple, and slowly pull longitudinally. Use your thumb, pointer, and middle finger to pinch the nipple and gently pull it outward. Additionally, massage the breast to stimulate uterine contraction. Pay special attention when massaging, Stop massaging if there is obvious abdominal pain or if it is not appropriate to avoid miscarriage or premature birth, especially in the late pregnancy. It can also be assisted by nipple pullers and nipple protectors to attract long nipples through the baby.

2. When correcting inverted nipples, breastfeeding can be done as needed. Before breastfeeding, clean the nipples and breasts with warm water, squeeze the nipples, and play a protective role. At the same time, massage the breasts to stimulate milk discharge. When breastfeeding, choose a comfortable position. When lying or sitting on the side of the mother, place a cushion or cloth cushion of appropriate height on the back and under the arm holding the baby. When sitting, place a chair of moderate height under the feet, effectively reducing the mother's support and reducing fatigue and tension.