Supernumerary nipples

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Overview	Treatment

Supernumerary nipples

Alternative Names

Polymastia; Polythelia; Accessory nipples

Home Care

Usually no treatment is needed. The extra nipples DO NOT develop into breasts at puberty.

When to Contact a Medical Professional

Talk to your health care provider if there are supernumerary nipples on an infant and there are other symptoms present.

The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about the patient's medical history. The number and location of extra nipples will be noted.


Supernumerary nipple


Supernumerary nipples

Review Date: 2/27/2008
Reviewed By: Rachel A. Lewis, MD, FAAP, Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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