Had a breast reduction/lift 3 weeks ago. While in the shower a scab came off. was that my nipple that came off?

Hello and thanks for posting your question.Although distressing, what you are describing is fairly common. To have a little bit of drainage, a scab or a bit of delayed healing at the area where the vertical and horizontal scars meet in a breast reduction is one of the most common problems people...

The photos do not lend themselves to much insight except to say it looks like a nice outcome otherwise and will probably resolve to your satisfaction given some time.   Continue to follow up with your doctor.   Good Luck!

Breast reduction surgery can be life changing for many women.  It typically makes an immediate improvement in back, neck, and shoulder pain associated with large breasts and in many women results in complete resolution of these symptoms.  Many patients find it easier to breathe with the weight o...

Thank you for your question. You are only a month or so out of surgery, so you definitely still have some swelling. Also, with the reduction your breasts also get lifted, so they may look a little "perkier", which is why you may see less of a result in clothes. It is likely that over the next...

You seem to have some irritation, do not apply any ointments of any kind until you see your PS who can prescribe something for you. Follow up asap best of luck.

Many thanks for your question. Surgeons differ in their post-operative management but generally a breast reduction patient would be seen at one week for a wound check. At this visit all dressings are removed and the incision lines inspected and breasts checked to ensure there are no issues. This...