Strip on nipple has lost colour and hardened, 6 weeks after breast lift - problem?

July 19, 2014
Asked By:40 something Canberra in Canberra, AU

6 weeks post op for breast lift. To date all has been well. Left nipple now has a vertical strip approx 3mm wide running down along the inside section that has lost colour (turned white) and hardened. The Suture line looks healthy. Is this normal or cause for concern?

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July 22, 2014

Answer: White nipple discolouration

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July 22, 2014

Answer: White nipple discolouration

July 21, 2014

Answer: Colouring issues

July 21, 2014

Answer: Colouring issues

July 21, 2014

Answer: 6 weeks after breast lift

July 21, 2014

Answer: 6 weeks after breast lift

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