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Bumps on Nipple After Breast Lift and Implants

A month after breast lift (w/nipple reconstruction) and , I've noticed small lumps on my breast. They're about the size, shape and color (redness) of a pimple. I'm not sure if I ruptured something being too active too soon. It's also very hot where I am (100 deg today) and although I stay inside as much as possible, maybe it's a heat rash. Not sure what it is or what I did to cause it. Please help!

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24 Doctor Answers | Asked by ajonesca in santa monica, ca

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Bumps on nipple

Actually, these are a normal finding, unrelated to your breast surgery. They are called Montgomery's tubercles or Montgomery's glands of the breast. It's not a pimple or infection or post-op problem. In some women, they are simply a little more prominent. No treatment is required.

They are Montgomery Glands

This is not at all unusual with the type of lift you had (called a circumareolar mastopexy). The circulation to the nipple and areolar is partially restricted by the scar all the way around the areola which make the areola and the glands of Montgomery swell. These are the bumps you are seeing. They will diminish as the swelling subsides. For a brief review of Mongomery glands click here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glands_of_Montgomery

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

32 reviews

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

They look like swollen Montgomery glands

Hello They appear to be swollen Montgomery glands, which are normal and were there prior to surgery. Wait until all your swelling goes down and review your preop photos. You may see those glands there already. If they are what I think they are, you have nothing to worry about. Do consult back with your surgeon.

Poor photo but..

First, your result looks beautiful, so great for you! The photo is hard to interpret, with the steristrips etc. However, the bumps I see are on the areola. To me, I con't see redness or signs of infection. Therefore I think I am looking at Montgomery's glands. These are normal and not to worry about. You may not have noticed it previously, but they were there. sek

Normal "bumps"

It is normal to have these bumps around you areola and they are called Montgomery's Follicles. It may be that these are more noticible since your surgery. As long as they are not red, draining , painful, etc., they should be fine. You can never go wrong checking in with your plastic surgeon though. Dr Edwards

Could be normal after Breast Lift and Implants

A clinical exam would rule out any infection. To me, this seems like the enlargement of the montgomery's tubercles. These are natural occuring tubercles in the breast that show more during pregnancy or with swelling.The later could explain this finding.

Ask your doctor

Please call your doctor about this. Your doctor is familiar with your case and he need to informed of your condition . call him and . It does not seems to be a major issue

Kamran Khoobehi, MD

28 reviews

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

Montgomery Glands

I agree, they appear to be Montgomery glands. Normal little bumps in the areola skin surrounding the nipple. They become more noticeable and swollen after surgery. Please check with your local PS to make sure nothing else is occurring.

Bumps on nipple after a breast lift with implant

The bumps on the nipple were always there. They are small glands that you don't notice much but swell after the surgery. They will go away with time. All the best, Talmage J. Raine MD FACS

Talmage J. Raine, MD

5 reviews

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Unlikely, but you might have a stitch abscess.

Hi! Where is your surgeon? What does she or he say? It's hard to tell from the picture. You didn't do anything, and you may be healing just fine. But one of the normal nipple glands (the bumps) does look red and might need to be lanced. See your surgeon!

Looks fine

Ajonesca, The picture looks like a fine result and not unusual for a 1 month result. There is swelling in the glands within the areola, which is causing your concern. This is normal and will continue to resolve over time. Good luck!

Not unusual

Hi, your bumps appear to be normal and likely are related to the persistent swelling. They do become a little more pronounced with swelling secondary to your surgery and possibly also the heat. I would mention this concern to your plastic surgeon at your next visit. I also agree with Dr. Kasden -- looks like a very nice result! Best wishes.

Nipple Bumps are Referred to as Montgomery's Tubercles & May Become More Prominent Following Breast Surgery

These bumps are normal findings called Montgomery’s Tubercles. They were present before surgery, but with stretching of the skin and swelling are now more apparent. They do not require any type of treatment. If you continue to have concerns, you should consult your plastic surgeon.

Bumps around nipple after breast lift

These bumps are normal and are referred to as Montgomery's tubercles. They may change with any breast lift with a peri-areolar (around the nipple) incision because of swelling and post operative changes - but in time they will likely be back as they were.

Bumps on nipple after breast surgery

The bumps on your breast are normal. They are montgomery glands and they are edematous (swollen) from surgery. The swelling will resolve over time as your heal. There is no need to be concerned.

Bumps on Nipple After Breast Lift and Implants

The bumps could easily be the normal glands of Montgomery accentuated after the surgery or there may be some inflammation. The best approach would be to have your surgeon see the nipple areolar complex to determine the diagnosis.

Areolar glands

These appear to be Montgomery glands, which are normal sebaceous glands that surround the nipple. They secrete an oily substance to help lubricate the nipple and areola. They were present before surgery, but are probably just more noticeable now. Nothing to worry about.

Bumps on nipple after breast lift may be Montgomery's Glands

Although you would have to rule out an infection (red, painful, drainage type symptoms), the bumps around the areola are called Montgomery's Glands or Follicles, which are naturally occurring show more during pregnancy or with swelling. In your case, the swelling post surgery has likely made them more noticeable. This is not unusual but if you have concerns, speak to your surgeon.

Montgomery glands on nipples

These bumps are called Montgomery glands and are normal for the breast tissue. They may be more prominent after an augmentation, but don't worry that they are a problem. Good luck to you. Frank RFieger M.D tampa Bay Plastic Srgeon. ... more

Swelling after Breast Implant Surgery

The bumps you refer to often occurs after breast augmentation surgery and especially after the breast reduction or breast result. This should resolve in the next month or so as you continue to heal and recover from you surgery.

Areola bumps after breast augmentation very normal

From the photograph you've submitted, it looks like you have prominent Montgomery Glands of the areola, and this happens from swelling in most cases. This is very normal after augmentation, especially with mastopexy. As your swelling resolves over several months after surgery, the prominence of the glands should subside, making the area appear more normal to you again.

Irregularites and redness is very common immediately after breast augmentation.

All operations trigger inflammation which is a major component of healing. The manifestations of swelling include redness, swelling, pain, and even regional warmth. It is nothing to be alarmed about. The trend, though, should be favourable over the weeks after the operation. Your surgeon will monitor your progress with you as he has overseen these things thousands of times before.