My left nipple died back in February after an FTM mastectomy. Another patient of my surgeon lost his nipple this week with the same procedure. We both had to do revisions because the doctor tried to use a periareolar technique and our breasts were medium, so there was a lot of skin and fat after the first surgery. I remember when my nipple died, he said it was a common thing and I would like to know: What is the real percentage of nipple necrosis?
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October 28, 2019
Answer: The risk for nipple necrosis depends on the anatomy, risk factors and technique used
If so, you have to have some kind of fluid collection. The other symptoms all go with contracture, even if somewhat early in the healing process. If this happened overnight and acutely, it is not a contracture. You could have an ultrasound to see if its fluid or not and that doesn't cost mu...
While in the initial photo the area appears to be bruised it does not appear to be the case in the subsequent photos. If you are not able to visit with your surgeon then an appointment with a dermatologist may be a good idea.
600 cc is too big. Gravity is going to take effect the second your surgery is done. No one wants saggy bigger breasts. Skin support alone for implants that big will not age well and may compromise your skin blood and nerve supply. Think stretched out areolas over time and insensate nipples. Fu...