I'm ~2 mo post op FTM DI bilateral mastectomy no nip graft. I work out vigorously (rock climb, run, gymnastics, calisthenics). I have a lumpy mass on my left side underneath and extending next to my left nipple. It's hard, tender and uncomfortable. Should I be concerned? Also both sides still have a saggy almost fatty look and seem loose. Is this likely swelling or grounds for revision? It seems as if either not enough glandular tissue or skin was removed. Will they likely continue to firm up?
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Hi poeticarus,Thanks for the post and photos. At one month it is too soon to tell what is causing the excess fullness in the right chest. It could be swelling from the recent revision surgery, remaining fatty tissue, remaining breast tissue, or all of the above. Time will tell and at 6...
I would need to see you in person to say for sure, but based on these photos it looks like the best option for you would be to excise that excess skin using a standard extended incision that wraps under the arm and towards the back. Most patients prefer having the scar over the not so pretty ...
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