Can I still breastfeed after tuberous breast correction?

Hi mj94, I understand your concern. However, a definitive answer to your question cannot be provided, as the results of breast augmentation surgery in relation to breastfeeding will depend on various factors including the type of surgery performed and the technique used among others. You should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure your surgeon understands your concerns and your breast augmentation goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you very much for your question,
as it is an excellent one. Unfortunately, it is impossible to provide a
definitive answer. It is important to understand that there are many factors
that will determine your ability to breast feed after a breast augmentation,
including your individual anatomy and the procedure performed. I recommend
finding an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with a history of
successfully correcting tuberous breasts. During your consultation appointment,
your surgeon can discuss your ability to breast feed after his/her recommended
breast augmentation procedure.

Based on your question, it is difficult to evaluate your case, based on the angles shown in the photo, my recommendations are that a certified plastic surgeon consult you in person and see and evaluate your case and determine which procedure will apply.

Correcting tuberous breasts should not affect your ability to breastfeed. That is a very valid concern. Many women who are concerned about this choose the most natural breast augmentation procedure in which your own fat is transferred to the breast area. Best of luck to you.

mj94.   I completely understand your dilemma, however it is extremely difficult to predict your ability to breast-feed after surgery to correct tuberous breasts. The correction may only require placement of breast implants under the muscle and release of constricted tissue of your lower breast tissue, and this would increase the possibilities of being able to breast-feed. However, severely constricted breasts often times are not able to produce milk, with or without surgery. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to explore all options for you. Good luck.

Thank you for your questionThe ability to breastfeed after a surgery can depend on many factors such as: surgery done, implant, lift, reduction.....I suggest you consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to assess your anatomy and surgery recommended as they can influence differently the breasfeeding outcomeBest wishesDr Genevieve FCaron, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonMontreal, Canada

Thanks for your question. It is a common concern. Procedures for tuberous breast correction should not damage your ability to breast feed .  Your milk glands are never detached from your nipple. Best wishes 

If you get sub muscular or dual plane implants from bra line or inframammary incision, it may prevent any issues related to breast feeding. This method has a minimal impact on the breast tissues, keeping the ducts and glands intact. Other more invasive methods for correcting a tuberous breast may improve the cosmetic results but may cause difficulties in breast feeding. We always happy to see any and all patients. We offer online or telemedicine consultations for your convenience.M. Kara, MD, FRCSC - Over 30 Years Experience
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Thank you for your question. The answer would depend on the severity of the tuberous breast deformity and how much surgery needs to be done to correct it. The simple placement of breast implants underneath the chest muscle should not interfere with breast feeding. However a periareolar excision through an incision around the areola to remove constricted skin certainly could result in some damage to the breast tissue.To be safe your best option may be to wait until you are finished having children before having correction of the tuberous breast. See consultation with an experienced board certified plastic surgeon.

That is a difficult question to answer.  It all depends on how much your breast needs to be released to correct the problem.  I suggest you a very experienced Plastic Surgeon for an evaluation.