My PS said I lost some blood flow on my right nipple. I have some browning of the nipple and it is peeling. Just curious as to what others think about my recovery. I'm 3 weeks post op. I have been using Aquaphor. Will I still have a normal nipple once it is healed? Any suggestions? Also, should the skin on the side look so mangled?
January 15, 2017
Answer: Wound Healing Issue Your PS is correct. This can happen with breast reduction and breast lift surgery. Fortunately, the human body is pretty amazing in its ability to heal wounds. It is already trying to fill in the area of tissue loss. The normal thing to do is wait until it stops improving and softens up, usually about 6 months. It may look normal enough after it heals that it doesn't bother you. If not, skin grafting from the groin (which can be done in-office in many cases) can give an excellent improvement. Tatooing on scars tends to be disappointing although may be worth a try if necessary. I would lean towards something like Bacitracin for the open wound or Silvasorb or other ointment meant for open wounds although Aquaphor is pretty benign.
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January 15, 2017
Answer: Wound Healing Issue Your PS is correct. This can happen with breast reduction and breast lift surgery. Fortunately, the human body is pretty amazing in its ability to heal wounds. It is already trying to fill in the area of tissue loss. The normal thing to do is wait until it stops improving and softens up, usually about 6 months. It may look normal enough after it heals that it doesn't bother you. If not, skin grafting from the groin (which can be done in-office in many cases) can give an excellent improvement. Tatooing on scars tends to be disappointing although may be worth a try if necessary. I would lean towards something like Bacitracin for the open wound or Silvasorb or other ointment meant for open wounds although Aquaphor is pretty benign.
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