Had breast reduction about 10 days ago. My nipple area had poor circulation since leaving the OR. What are my options? (Photos)

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I had a breast reduction about 10 days ago. My nipple area had poor circulation since leaving the OR. What are my options? A little background, I am 32 years old, I had breast augmentation surgery when I was 19 and a revision at 20 to correct differently shaped and sized breasts. During this most recent surgery, I had both implants removed and and had a lift and reduction.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your pictures.  In my opinion, there is little to do at this point.  You will develop some wounds that  will need to have local wound care until they heal.  Once healed, the anatomy of the nipple/areola can be assessed for the need for revision procedures.  Best wishes.

W. Tracy Hankins, MD · Answer

I would suggest you get in to see your surgeon as soon as possible to let he or she know what is going on.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and you appear to have partial necrosis of your nipple areola complexes and will require appropriate wound care and possible reconstruction in the future.  So see your surgeon.Dr. Corbin

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