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Black/purple spots on scar line 12 weeks post breast reduction. Is this common? Could the nipple be dying?(photos)

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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!

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