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Inverted nipples

by Dr Sarah Brewer

question
Is there is any way to fix inverted nipples? I was told that you can get your nipples pierced in order to get them to protrude but I do not want mine pierced. I have always felt uncomfortable because of the fact that I have inverted nipples and I would like to know what other treatments are available.

answer
You haven't said how old you are and it may just be your age - nipples often do not fully develop until the late teens. Sometimes they only develop during pregnancy, but even then they may remain inverted. You can sometimes draw them out by gently pulling them between your finger and thumb every day over several weeks. A device known as a Nipplette can be worn to help pull them out - these are usually available in the breast-feeding section of a pharmacy. If a normal nipple suddenly becomes inverted, seek medical advice to find out why.

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