Will my areola pigment heal after breast reduction surgery discoloration? (Photos)

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It’s been 2 weeks since my surgery. I noticed that my left areola was heavily scabbed. Didn’t think much of it until the scabs started to come off. My surgeon advised to apply bacitracin with a non stick gauze. I’m just concerned that once’s it’s healed there will be a huge difference in pigment.

Matt Erdmann, MBChB, FRCS(Eng), FRCS (Plast) · Answer

What you are seeing is the scar appearance which heals without pigment. In general the color tends to improve with time. If it still is too light after 6 months to a year you could always consider tattooing.
If you have any concerns please return to see your Plastic surgeon for advice and reassurance.

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Will my areola pigment heal after breast reduction surgery discoloration? (Photos)

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