The skin is raised there. I noticed it a day ago and I had my breast augmentation surgery back in March. I e-mailed my plastic surgeon and am seeing him later this week. He said it could be the scar thinning out. Should I be concerned?
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The photos indicates compromised circulation to the nipple/areola. The lighter colour in the areola is due to peeling of the outer skin. I suspect that this area will recover but there could be altered pigmentation. From the photo it is difficult to be certain the involvement of the...
It is most likely a tear in the implant capsule, not a muscle tear. Either way, the treatment is the same, patience and pain control. Do not do anything that aggravates the pain. Cut back on your physical activities. This may take several months before the pain completely...