I've had a fibroadenoma removed in each breast leaving my nipples shaped different. What are my chances of reconstruction?

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I'm currently 19 years old. At 15 I discovered my first fibroadenoma, I had my first one removed at 16. I forget the actual size but it was somewhere over 4 cm. Senior year of high school I had my second one removed by a different doctor (mistake). I have a large scar around my left nipple and my right nipple no longer becomes erect. I have multiple fibroadenoma's in each breast, and a large & rather painful one in my right breast. I would like to have breast reconstruction/lift/augmentation.

Keshav Magge, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Unfortunately, without seeing pictures, it is hard to start coming up with a reconstructive plan.  The types of reconstructive options are various, and really depend on what needs to be reconstructed.  I recommend speaking with a board certified plastic surgeon who could better examine you and discuss potential reconstructive options.  All the best,

Dean Trotter, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

It's difficult to say specifically for you without some pictures or an examination, however it is certainly true that surgery for fibroadenomas may change the shape of your breast, nipple or areola.  Scars may be revised to try to improve your concerns and possibly with lift or augmentation.I suggest for best advice you consult with a plastic surgeon with experience in reconstructive breast surgery.Kind regards,Dean

Gregg Michael Guilfoyle, DO · Answer

Having fibroadenomas removed from bilateral breast and a younger can leave significant deformity as you're stating.  However without having pictures is difficult to assess what reconstructive procedures would benefit U mass.  There are multiple surgical options consisting of nipple areolar reconstruction versus fat grafting etc. But rest assured some irritation to certainly get significant reconstructive benefits

Joseph Franklin, MD · Answer

When fibroadenomas are removed, depending on the size, a breast deformity can result from the surgery.  Problems with breast symmetry is the most common issue, but nipple malposition can also happen.   Would recommend having a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for evaluation and management recommendations.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Not sure what would be best for you without seeing at least photos and better still perform an exam in person. Good luck.

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I've had a fibroadenoma removed in each breast leaving my nipples shaped different. What are my chances of reconstruction?

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