7 months after breast reduction, nipple is still leaking - Is this normal?

Dear kayynever,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hi Kay,
I'm assuming you're referring to the suture line around the areola? You should see your surgeon; it may be that you have chronic wound concern. And that can be treated but definitely needs consistent follow up.
Best of luck to you,
Dr. Nik

Thank you for your question. At this point, you should be completely healed from your surgery. I would make an appointment with your surgeon to show the drainage. Sometimes this can be from a stitch poking through the skin and just needs to be removed. Either way your surgeon needs to re-evaluate you. Best of luck.

It is not normal to continue to have drainage seven months after your reduction. I encourage you to return to your surgeon for an evaluation. Be sure to describe the drainage as well as the typical amount from a 24 hour period.

No, that is not normal. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and seeing if a suture needs to be removed, if you have an infection, or both.