I had a reduction (500g per breast) & unfortunately got necrosis on my left nipple. I had a second op as it wasn't healing. I then wore a suction machine & after a couple more months, the wound finally closed. My scars are prominent including keloid scarring & bruising on the left breast. I am considering revision surgery to improve scarring. Is it risky to undergo this procedure considering I didn't heal well from the reduction? And Is it possible to dramatically improve scars with revision?
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Thank you for the question.
It is difficult to answer your question without seeing photos. Revision surgery with implant exchange and breast pocket work can sometimes be performed to address those issues.
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