Nipple collapse causes aesthetic concerns, especially in patients, and it causes many functional problems. Patients can apply to treatment methods because of nipple collapse, which may even cause women to experience difficulties in self-confidence. After a nipple collapse that can be treated with a small operation, patients can continue their lives both psychologically and socially well. Thanks to the operation performed in a very short time and with permanent solutions, nipple collapse is no longer a problem for women.

Nipple collapsing, which affects women both aesthetically and psychologically, is an issue that occurs when all or part of the nipple is turned inwards. The fact that the nipples are turned inward brings many problems for women both psychologically and functionally. Breast development in women begins in adolescence, and the shortage of milk channels during this period causes nipple collapse. Although it is generally known to be genetic, nipple collapse is not a genetic disorder. The cause of nipple collapse is a condition that occurs entirely during breast development. Nipple collapse is not a discomfort caused by any trauma or impact.

Nipple collapse, which affects women fairly, basically occurs on three levels:

1. Mild Collapse: In patients with mild breast collapses, it may be possible to eject the nipple with light massage or pressure applied to the nipple. In these patients, it is easy for the nipple to come out by itself. Therefore, these patients do not face breastfeeding problems.
2. Moderate Collapse: Women with nipple collapse usually have a moderate collapse. It can be said that there is a moderate collapse for situations where the nipple comes out with light massage and forcing. The nipple can be taken out with light pressures on the nipple and its surroundings, but this is not a permanent result. For this reason, patients usually resort to surgical methods and ensure that their nipples are permanently ejected.
3. Advanced Collapse: It can be understood that the nipple collapse is at an advanced level when the nipple cannot be taken out with various pressures and massages. It can be said that the milk canals of patients with advanced nipple collapse lose the function. It is impossible for them to breastfeed naturally. These patients should definitely apply for surgical operations.

Since the nipple collapse is caused by the shortness of the milk channels, the movement areas of the milk channels are expanded first. As the milk canals curl and recover, first the way of the milk canals is opened and it becomes possible to relax the milk canals. After that, the nipples get the shape they should be.

Patients do not feel any pain during the operation, as local anesthesia is applied in nipple collapse surgery. Patients may feel some pain after the operation, but these pain levels can be relieved with various medications. Surgeons prescribe and give their patients for pain that may occur after surgery. Pain that occurs after a while after the medication disappears in a short time.

After this operation, which takes about half an hour, patients can be discharged on the same day. After surgery, patients need to protect their breasts from any blows and various traumas.

After nipple collapse surgery, it is necessary to stay away from physical activities that require strength for at least one month. Any physical difficulties that patients may experience during the postoperative recovery period may cause various discomfort and reactions in the patients’ breasts. Therefore, it is very important to stay away from various physical activities for at least one month during the treatment process.

Another point to be considered after the operation is to keep the nipple hygienic. It is also necessary not to use any medication or cream without consulting a doctor.

It should be remembered that as with any surgery, there are some risks of nipple surgery. Patients are examined by surgeons and are informed in detail whether they carry any risks for surgery. The risks of nipple surgery include problems such as temporary loss of sensation in the breast and damage of the milk ducts. However, the risks are minimal in these operations performed by specialist surgeons. Nevertheless, surgeons inform patients about this and get their operation by getting their approval.

Nipple collapse is a condition that can be seen in both men and women. On average, 10% of women have nipple collapse.