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Supernumerary nipples: when to get help

Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.

  1. 1

    Is any of this happening now?

    Call 911

    Emergency care may be needed for rapidly spreading redness with severe illness, confusion, fainting, or uncontrollable bleeding after a procedure.

    Other emergency signs, for anyone
    • Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
    • Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
    • Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
    • Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
    • Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
    • Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
    • Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
    • Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
  2. 2

    Is any of this happening?

    Be seen today

    Seek prompt medical advice if the area becomes hot, increasingly red, very painful, or starts draining pus, particularly if you also have a fever.

    These findings can suggest infection.

  3. 3

    Does any of this apply?

    Book an appointment

    Arrange a routine medical appointment if you are unsure whether a mark is an extra nipple or if it has not previously been examined.

    Routine review is also appropriate for:

    • A new lump or persistent thickening beneath the nipple
    • Lasting pain, swelling, or tenderness
    • Unexplained fluid, milk, or bloody discharge
    • A persistent change in colour, shape, or texture
    • Crusting, an ulcer, or skin that does not heal
    • Hormone-related swelling that interferes with daily life
    • Concerns about appearance or possible removal

The article also says

A supernumerary nipple is not normally an emergency.

Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Supernumerary nipples. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.