October 6th 2011 I had my breast reduction and have healed pretty well considering I havent used any oils or creams to fade my scars... but now I have this small (about the size of an eraser on a pencil) bump that seems to be filled with fluid. I have tried to pop it, though i know I should leave it alone but i cant sorry... and it will not pop... it worries me but the surgeon is just too far to drive to see right now financially. what could it be?
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May 8, 2013
Answer: Fluid filled bump 7 months after breast reduction
If the reason for the denial was based on failure to take out 500 grams, then I would anticipate that you will not prevail on appeal. Insurance companies understand that, once you fall below the 500 g standard, in a patient of your height, honestly, you are looking for a lift for cosmetic...
A hard breast mass following breast reduction surgery
is usually always fat necrosis.This
usually occurs when an area of breast tissue loses its blood supply and
undergoes necrosis.This results in the formation
of a firm non-painful mass.Fat
necrosis following breast reduction commonly occurs...
The ASPS website is a good starting point for qualified, board certified plastic surgeons who may accept medicaid. Due to low reimbursement rates, it is unlikely that many surgeons will accept medicaid.