<Shinyu Breast Clinic> Inverted Nipple: Could It Actually Be a Symptom of Breast Cancer?

There are several warning signs of breast cancer,

and one of them is an inverted nipple!!

A newly developed inverted nipple can be a potential sign of breast cancer.

(If you've had it all along, it's generally fine haha)

Congenital or long-standing inverted nipples

are not strongly associated with breast cancer,

but you must watch out for mastitis~!!!

Suddenly developing breast inflammation

even though you are not breastfeeding?!!

In many cases, this is closely linked to an inverted nipple.

The inflammation must be entirely removed

along the inflammatory tract.

Before performing inverted nipple correction,

we always make sure to inform our patients in advance:

There is a possibility of inflammation,

although it is not very common ^^

Frequently Asked Questions

My nipple suddenly inverted. Could it be breast cancer?

Yes, there is a possibility of breast cancer, so you should get a medical examination immediately. A nipple that was previously normal and suddenly becomes inverted or retracted is known as one of the warning signs of breast cancer.

Are pre-existing inverted nipples also associated with a higher risk of breast cancer?

No, an inverted nipple that you have had for a long time or since birth is not significantly linked to breast cancer. However, rather than breast cancer, pre-existing inverted nipples can be prone to mastitis (breast inflammation), so careful hygiene and inflammation management are necessary.

Can I get breast inflammation even if I am not currently breastfeeding?

Yes, breast inflammation can occur even outside of lactation, often due to an inverted nipple. Non-lactational mastitis is frequently associated with inverted nipples, and treatment may require complete excision along the inflammatory pathway.

Can inflammation occur during or after inverted nipple correction?

Yes, while it is not common, inflammation can occur around the time of correction. Medical staff typically inform patients of this possibility beforehand, and if inflammation develops, treatment to remove it along the inflammatory tract may be required.