You most likely have heard the terms nipple and areola before, but there’s a chance you might now know exactly what they mean. It’s also possible that your nipples don’t exactly fit into any of these categories - and that’s totally normal, too.īefore we break down the different types of nipples, it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with the anatomy of the breast and some definitions you may not know.
All nipples are normal, and in fact, it’s possible to have a combination of two or more types (like protruding and bumpy, or flat and hairy). Tsippora Shainhouse, a board-certified dermatologist and pediatrician. You probably know that breasts come in all different shapes and sizes, but did you know the same goes for nipples? Actually, there are eight different kinds of nipples, says Dr.
