My HS is unique. I have a reoccurring abecess under my nipple. I don't have any underarm cysts and my groin only has the occasional large zit. The abecess has been removed twice and incised another three times. I've taken many rounds of antibiotics and I've been on ceaste 35 for years.
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Mastectomy is removal of all the breast tissue - generally while preserving the skin and the nipple. This is indicated in some patients with cancer or a high risk of getting cancer. Mastopexy is rearranging the tissue of the breast - such as a lift or to fill in a defect (possibly from...
It can play out several ways. If you have sensation that is a very positive sign. the nipple itself may slough the top layer of skin but then heal. Repost pictures to let us know how you are doing.
I'm so glad you have not had your surgery yet.. please talk to your doctor about options including one-stage reconstruction, where the final implants are placed at the time of the mastectomy surgery, meaning only one operation! Another option is the Goldilocks mastectomy, which is also one...