google_counter
Abnormal Breast Areola - Best Hospitals, Doctors, Prices - Booking Health

Treatment of Abnormal Breast Areola

Abnormal breast areola | Information about hospitals and doctors | Rankings | Clinics | Prices | Send request to the hospital

Best hospitals and doctors for abnormal breast areola treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Diagnostic tests for abnormal breast areola
1221
Lipofilling in abnormal breast areola
4858.78
Nipple and areola reconstruction with areola reduction
4054.9
General therapeutic rehabilitation
0.00
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
ATOS Clinic Munich
ATOS Clinic Munich
Overall rating9.8 / 10
According to the medical magazine Focus, the ATOS Clinic Munich is one of the best medical facilities in Germany for shoulder and knee surgery, foot surgery, and hand surgery! The clinic was opened in 2008, and in a relatively short period of time, has taken a leading position among the best medical complexes in Germany. The cli
University Hospital Ulm
University Hospital Ulm
Overall rating8.73571 / 10
The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
certificatecertificatecertificatecertificatecertificate
The Hanyang University Medical Center was founded in 1972 and today is one of the largest and most advanced providers of medical services in Korea and around the world. The medical institution runs 9 specialized centers and 26 departments fitted out with state-of-the-art equipment. The most important component of successful trea
Clinic Dr. Brenner Bonn
Clinic Dr. Brenner Bonn
Overall rating9 / 10
The Clinic Dr. Brenner in Bonn, Bad Godesberg, is very popular among both German and foreign patients. It offers the full range of medical services for the treatment of skin diseases. Based on the use of high-tech medicine, conservative and holistic methods, the concept of treating skin diseases makes this clinic a unique one in
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the Prosper Hospital Recklinghausen ranks among the top medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital enjoys the status of a modern medical complex with the highest standards of care and a long history of more than 175 years. The health facility is an academic hospital of
certificatecertificate
The Hannover Medical School has the status of a leading German medical facility. The advanced medical technologies, highly qualified specialists, as well as productive research activities form a solid basis for top-class medical service of the world standard. The hospital is proud of its outstanding achievements in the treatment
certificatecertificate
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Merheim ranks among the top German medical centers! The health facility is an academic hospital of Witten/Herdecke University, which gives patients access to the very latest developments in European medicine. The Hospital Cologne-Merheim positions itself as a maximu
certificatecertificatecertificate
Every year, Zurich attracts thousands of foreigners with its best Swiss clinics. One of them is Klinik Im Park that has been providing a constantly high level of medical services, professional care and friendly atmosphere for 25 years. Why exactly do patients choose Swiss clinics? The reason is that our specialists will do their
certificatecertificate
The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of succ
certificate
The Meoclinic Hospital Berlin is one of Germany's most renowned multidisciplinary private hospitals offering top-class and patient-centered medical care. The hospital opened its doors to patients back in 2000 and today is deservedly proud of its vast experience. It has 28 specialized departments, each of which is responsible
certificate
Memorial Ankara Hospital
Memorial Ankara Hospital
Overall rating9.6 / 10
The Memorial Ankara Hospital is one of the largest private medical complexes in the capital of Turkey, where patients can undergo top-class diagnostics and treatment in all fields of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the prestigious Memorial Healthcare Group. The doors of the medical facility were first opened in 2014, an
certificatecertificate
The Memorial Atasehir Hospital Istanbul is a private medical complex, within the walls of which the patient is expected to receive excellent medical care and responsive care. The medical complex is part of the Memorial Healthcare Group, which consists of 14 hospitals that provide a wide range of services. The hospital began its
certificate
The Adem and Havva Medical Center Istanbul positions itself as the leading medical facility in Turkey in the field of hair transplantation, plastic surgery and dentistry. The clinic is widely known outside Turkey and annually admits for treatment patients from more than 45 countries. The medical center has over 15 years of clini
certificatecertificate
The Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul is the largest and leading medical complex in Turkey, which meets the highest standards of medical care when providing the advanced diagnostics and treatment using the very latest methods. The hospital is part of the Memorial Health Group – it was the first project of this provider of m
certificatecertificate
Nuremberg Hospital
Nuremberg Hospital
Overall rating9 / 10
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Nuremberg Hospital ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest, highly specialized medical centers in Europe and positions itself as the maximum care hospital. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University
certificatecertificate
| from Booking Health GmbH

About the disease

Abnormal breast areola is a condition whereby there are changes in the appearance of the nipple in certain situations. For example, the appearance of areola can exhibit an abnormal change in a reactive way, meaning that changes occur when they are touched or when there are changes in temperature. Abnormal breast areola can also develop as a response to certain hormonal changes.

Hormonal changes tend to develop during such periods as puberty, first menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. Pregnancy brings on major hormonal changes, especially to the appearance of the breasts, which swell and become visibly bigger. This happens because the milk ducts are activated. The nipples can change as well, becoming swollen and painful to touch, changing in color and even producing discharge before and after the birth of the child. During the menopause, the nipples can also become dry and painful. Some women experience pain in the nipples before or during their menstruation cycles, due to monthly hormonal changes. All these changes are considered to be normal and are rarely a cause for major concern.

However, sometimes breast areola change for no apparent reason. Some women are born with inverted or retracted nipples as a congenital condition. Abnormal nipple discharges can be caused by fibroadenomas, polyps and even infections. In this case, the discharge from the breasts may have a green or yellow tinge to it. Breast cancer can also cause the development of abnormal breast areola.

Symptoms

  • Swollen areola
  • Change in color
  • Painful to touch
  • Look different from usual
  • Discharge that is pus-like
  • Bumps or lumps in the areola area

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will palpate the patient’s breasts to check for bumps or lumps.
  • The doctor will ask the woman about her menstrual cycle and her hormonal balance.
  • Hormonal tests may be performed to analyze the patient’s hormonal levels.
  • A mammogram, which is an imaging test, is used to examine the breasts and rule out the possibility of various abnormal formations.
  • A fine needle aspiration biopsy can also be useful in examining the cells of the abnormal breast areola and can determine why the abnormality has developed.

Treatment

  • A doctor may prescribe hormonal treatment to normalize the patient’s hormonal balance if the problems were caused by hormonal changes.
  • Resection of bumps, lumps or any other malformations may be recommended if the doctor suspects malignancy, or if the patient is in a high risk group for breast cancer.
  • Plastic surgery can also improve the appearance of the areola if the woman is dissatisfied with how they look. 

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed