5 years post-op breast augmentation - red mark on nipple and it's sore to the touch - advice?

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I'm five years post op. I've developed a red mark on my nipple it's sore to touch and and feels raised like welt. It has no discharge flakiness and is not inverted. I've booked a drs appointment but would appreciate any advice on where to go with this in terms of an MRI ect it's a mentor textured gummy implant

Tommaso Addona, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Without proper examination or photos, it is difficult to speak on this. I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon about your concerns and for proper evaluation.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.
I recommend you see your gynecologist. He or she can guide you on what tests may be necessary, if any. Best wishes!

Jonathan Heistein, MD · Answer

Hi.  You have done the right thing by making an appointment to see your doctor.  Anytime you experience a change in the way things look or feel in your breasts, you should go for an evaluation with your doctor.  If necessary, after the exam, he/she can direct you to get the proper testing.

George Bitar, MD · Answer

Without more details, it is difficult to provide any specific guidance.  You are doing all the right things by seeing your doctor for a full assessment and examination.  With all the publicity about textured implants and cancer, I can see why you are concerned.  To (maybe) put your mind at ease a little bit, the cancer associated with implants is very rare and tends to create changes to the whole breast, such as breast enlargement, hardening, and pain although there may be more subtle signs like skin rashes.  Once again, the first step is to see your doctor, and they would order any further tests or imaging.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear emma8008,
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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You need an examination and may even need a biopsy to make sure nothing is wrong. This is probably not related to your implants.

Mark Eberbach, MD · Answer

I'm really trying to be understanding and supportive here,

At the same time, how in the world would you think a doctor could possibly answer this without any photo.

At 5 years out from your surgery it is very unlikely from your implants. Go to your primary care doctor for this.

Good luck

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You've done the correct thing  by scheduling an examination with your surgeon.  She/He will advise what is recommended after an evaluation. If an MRI or another test is indicated, your surgeon will let you know.

Jeffrey C. Hamm, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Without a photo, it is difficult to evaluate. It may be related to or totally unrelated to your previous breast augmentation. It may represent an infected cyst, a plugged milk duct, or a variety of other entities. 
After an examination, your plastic surgeon will be able to diagnose and treat this lesion. 
Best wishes...

5 years post-op breast augmentation - red mark on nipple and it's sore to the touch - advice?

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