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!

Bumps on nipple after breast lift and implants
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A: ask your doctor

Kamran Khoobehi, MD

 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

A: Could be normal after Breast Lift and Implants

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD

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.

A: Montgomery glands

Edward A. Pechter, MD

The bumps were probably there before your surgery but they may have become temporarily more prominent.  They appear to be normal Montgomery glands, which provide lubrication to the nipples and areolae.

A: Normal "bumps"

Michael C. Edwards, MD

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

A: Poor photo but..

Scott E. Kasden, MD

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... more

A: Not unusual

Nina S. Naidu, MD

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.... more

A: They look like swollen Montgomery glands

Francisco Canales, MD

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... more

A: Looks fine

Kenneth R. Francis, MD

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!

A: Unlikely, but you might have a stitch abscess.

George J. Beraka, MD

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!

A: They are Montgomery Glands

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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... more

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ajonesca
6 posts
10 May 2009

****ADDITIONAL NOTE**** In response to the answers, I did have glands on my areolas before but I also had large areolas that were reduced with surgery. The lumps don't seem to be going down in size and some even look larger. One of them has become white and another has a yellowish tint. Is this normal as well? Is there anything I can do to make them go away?

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