2 Months PO Breast Reduction, Large Hematoma and Numb

I have had a hematoma (no visible bruising)since day one that has now hardened, its the size of my fist. My doctor's answer is heat/massage/time it will go away. Some of it can be felt under the areola. The areola has been numb since day one, the nipple reacts very slightly to stimulation but I get no sensation. Am I at risk for the feeling not coming back/permanent damage from the pressure of the hematoma? The dr says I should get the feeling back since the nipple reacts some. Thoughts? TY!

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areola hematoma numb 2 months post-op

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I would wait too

No harm with waiting. most hematomas should liquidify, so you may not need any intervention. Nipple sensation may or may not come back, and i think irrespective of hematoma.

Hematoma and nipple sensation

Nipple sensation can change after any breast reduction or mastopexy. When you cut around the nipple for a procedure , the nipple can be affected in sensation and blood flow. Well documented complication after the procedure. I have had hypersensitive and hypo-sensitive nipples with my practice. Time usually improves everything but sometimes not . The hematoma can usually resolve with time. If not then a surgical procedure may be needed to remove the hard part. The concern for... more