Surgery of umbilical nipples (nipples) & invaginated– Explanations : Doctor POIGNONEC plastic surgeon in Paris
What causes the invaginated nipples & inverted?
The umbilicus nipple is a problem faced by many women but they do not (or do not dare) talk. The umbilicus nipple is a nipple buried, back, invisible. Retraction of the nipple is due to the brevity of the channels through which flow the mammary secretions during breastfeeding. Because of their shorter, they attract the nipple inward. Cancer risk is not increased by this intervention. Attention: this operation does not guarantee to “all” women a successful breastfeeding, even if this is still possible.
What are the disadvantages of umbilical nipples?
If having umbilical nipples does not interfere with the physiological functions, they may cause discomfort during sexual intercourse, or even complexes, or sometimes make breastfeeding impossible.
What tests can be requested?
During the consultation with your surgeon, it will recommend that you see the anaesthetist at the latest 48 hours before the procedure. A preoperative assessment to be carried out. A mammogram and/or ultrasound will be requested if the last review of control is not quite new.
- Any medication containing aspirin should be taken within 10 days prior to the procedure.
- The smoking cessation is recommended – otherwise, lead to a delay or absence of scarring.
Health insurance can support the intervention, and for whom?
The operation is done under local anesthesia in an outpatient stay.
Surgery procedure for correction of invaginated or umbilical nipples
What is the cost of surgery for umbilical nipples?
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The surgeon makes an incision of 2 or 3 mm then cut the abnormally short ducts which hinder the externalization of the nipple. This one is definitely externalise. In order to ensure a stable result, the doctor prevents any future connection between the channels by interposing two small shreds from the areola. The scar between the areola and the nipple will be almost invisible. The intervention lasts about 30 minutes. Modeling a band-aid is put in place.
When can I resume my activities after nipple correction surgery?
You go out that evening, after a few hours of surveillance. The result of this intervention are usually painful. you will be given a light analgesic treatment. Bruising and swelling appear at the level of the treated area. The sensitivity of the nipple will find you altered the first days, but you recover quickly. If the resumption of your activities is almost immediate (everything depends on your occupation), sport and efforts are not recommended for a few days. The result is immediate and definitive; the scars fade over time. It will be advisable to wait for at least 1 year before pregnancy to allow the nipple to recover its capabilities.
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What are the risks of invaginated nipple surgery & inverted?
The complications of the surgery of the umbilical nipples are fortunately very rare.
- The risks of general anesthesia.
- A hematoma may appear but subsides naturally in a week.
- The surgical area infections are exceptional.
- Healing disorders are very rare.
- The imperfections of result : asymmetry, insufficient correction.
In total, the risk must not be overestimated, and in the vast majority of cases, this reconstructive surgery procedure performed correctly will give a very appreciable result, even if the scarred ransom remains inevitable.
The use of a qualified Plastic Surgeon ensures that the Plastic Surgeon has the necessary training and competence to avoid these complications or to treat them effectively if necessary. Regarding the surgical procedure: By choosing a qualified and competent Plastic Surgeon trained in this type of intervention, you minimize these risks, but do not completely eliminate them. If you notice one or more complications, immediately contact the plastic surgeon and aesthetic surgeon.
Source : Company French reconstructive plastic surgery and aesthetic S.o.F.C.P.R.E
Mis à jour le: 19 May 2017 [MàJ]