I had a breast reduction going from a 34 double H to a 34 double-D approximately 3 months ago. I have all of a sudden developed a spot along the scar line around my left nipple. Previously on my right breast I had a dark pink spot that seemed soft and then turned into a scab which has mostly healed. I'm not sure if this is the same thing, as this look darker and similar to a blood blister. Is this common? Could the nipple be dying? Thought I was finally in the clear!
May 15, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your questionFrom what I can see on the picture you seem to be healing quite nicely. Most of the time what you describe is due to a reaction to a suture. Your body is trying to resorbe the suture. It is not uncommon that patient present at 2-3 months with a raised scar or even stitches abces (no infection). I wouldn't be worry about your nipple dying.Please follow up with your surgeonBest Wishes Dr Genevieve F.Caron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Montreal, Canada
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your questionFrom what I can see on the picture you seem to be healing quite nicely. Most of the time what you describe is due to a reaction to a suture. Your body is trying to resorbe the suture. It is not uncommon that patient present at 2-3 months with a raised scar or even stitches abces (no infection). I wouldn't be worry about your nipple dying.Please follow up with your surgeonBest Wishes Dr Genevieve F.Caron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Montreal, Canada
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Breast Reduction concern Hi, Congratulations, your result is a very nice one. This small purple spot is most likely related to a suture that has not dissolved yet and may have collected blood around it. Visit your plastic surgeon to make a small incision and take out that suture. It will heal fine a few days after that. Best wishes, Tarek V. Copty, MD FACS American Board of Surgery American Board of Cosmetic Surgery Jordanian Board of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellow, American College of SurgeonsFellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Fellow, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Breast Reduction concern Hi, Congratulations, your result is a very nice one. This small purple spot is most likely related to a suture that has not dissolved yet and may have collected blood around it. Visit your plastic surgeon to make a small incision and take out that suture. It will heal fine a few days after that. Best wishes, Tarek V. Copty, MD FACS American Board of Surgery American Board of Cosmetic Surgery Jordanian Board of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellow, American College of SurgeonsFellow, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Fellow, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
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