Eli5: Why do areolas exist ? What is their purpose ? 1.20K viewsFebruary 8, 2024BiologyOther Question100.55K February 8, 2024 0 Comments I understand the actual knob on a breast for a feeding purpose . Wouldn’t just that be enough ? Why the areola around it especially with a different shade of colour to the rest of the breast ? In: Biology 22 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted February 8, 2024 0 Comments When infants feed, the nipple isn’t the only party that goes in their mouth. Much of the areola also is part of the suckling process. Wild, I know. You are viewing 1 out of 22 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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