Can U Tell Me Why my Breasts and Areola Are Different Sizes? (photo)

Hi I have recently had a bilateral mastopexy to fix a previous breast enlargement. Before my recent surgery my breasts were the same size my problem is that after my recent surgery my left breast is noticeably larger than my right one and so is my areola on that side. Can u please advise when I will be able to have this corrected as it has only been 8 weeks since my surgery and also if anyone has any ideas how this has happened. Thanks

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Breast Asymmetry at 2 Months after Breast Lift

Breast size discrepancy should not be affected by a breast lift as only a few grams of skin are removed. The size disparity may have existed before surgery. Wait 6 months and then consider revision.

Breast asymmetry

Remember no two breasts are exactly the same. But I do see the differences you describe. A revision is something if considered should wait a few more months. It is still too early.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Breasts and Areola Are Different

From this single photo, I certainly can see the difference in the areolar sizes, but not too much else with certainty. It may be that there is a size difference in the breasts, but I cannot discern it in this photo. The whole photo looks a bit tilted. As far as overall breast size, it may be a bit early to assess anyway, although I can't tell from the narrative if this operation was just a lift or if something was also done with the implants. Swelling varies from one side to... more

Variation in breast size and areola diameter after breast lift.

At 2 months your result looks quite good, though I do appreciate your concerns and see the discrepancies described. Size could simply be swelling or a reflection of you own natural breast asymmetry. I suspect the same surgeon marked and performed the surgery on both breasts, so the most common answer to post-op asymmetry is difference in bruising, swelling, and scar tissue. There could also be a small collection of fluid (serum) or blood that has not reabsorbed and could be aspirated. If... more