I had prophylactic bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction in January. Immediately, I noticed a crease under my left breast. As the expanders expand, the crease moves. I first thought this was double bubble but I don't have breast tissue to create the first bubble. Is this common and how is this corrected?
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Once your incisions are healed you should be able to work out . The concern I have is always open wounds and sweating or direct trauma . I f you had a reconstruction for breast cancer you probably have an implant behind that nipple . So, be safe and wait till your healed .
Thank you for your question! Your description definitely sounds concerning and should be brought to the attention of your surgeon for evaluation and examination. At 2 months postoperative, your incisions should be healed and not having issues such as that you describe. The most...
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