Hi, I am a 23 year old female to male transgender who has been on testosterone injections for over a year. I would like to know, if nipple reduction (in length) can be done together with keyhole mastectomy at the same time. I just want my embarrassingly elongated and protruding nipples to be flush and as flat ad possible. My areolas are very small as well. I am within healthy weight range, low body fat and very active in sports. A doctor told me its impossible due to threat of infection
October 6, 2012
Answer: Nipple Reduction at Time of Mastopexy?
Thank you for the question. I think you may be referring to a mastopexy procedure?
As plastic surgeons one of our major concerns with the type of operation you are considering is blood flow and the survival of tissues that are manipulated during your procedure. If an incision is used around the areola and nipple surgery is done at the same time you may be at increased risk for blood flow “problems” to the involved tissues. Sometimes, it is better to do these procedures in a staged fashion. In my practice, every patient's care is individualized.
I hope this helps. You may also find the attached link instructive.
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October 6, 2012
Answer: Nipple Reduction at Time of Mastopexy?
Thank you for the question. I think you may be referring to a mastopexy procedure?
As plastic surgeons one of our major concerns with the type of operation you are considering is blood flow and the survival of tissues that are manipulated during your procedure. If an incision is used around the areola and nipple surgery is done at the same time you may be at increased risk for blood flow “problems” to the involved tissues. Sometimes, it is better to do these procedures in a staged fashion. In my practice, every patient's care is individualized.
I hope this helps. You may also find the attached link instructive.
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Answer: Nipple reduction and keyhole mastectomy The solution to your specific breast shape is to undergo the breast removal and replacement of the nipple and areola as separate grafts ie. two grafts per breast. The nipple graft is placed in the center of the areola graft. Each graft is in contact with your healthy skin and will take completely. In this manner, all sizes of nipples and areolae can be customized to your preference.
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Answer: Nipple reduction and keyhole mastectomy The solution to your specific breast shape is to undergo the breast removal and replacement of the nipple and areola as separate grafts ie. two grafts per breast. The nipple graft is placed in the center of the areola graft. Each graft is in contact with your healthy skin and will take completely. In this manner, all sizes of nipples and areolae can be customized to your preference.
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