I am 5 weeks in and having a pain in my nipple. I am curious if it could be a stitch working its way out, or if it is something i should be worried about?
June 14, 2010
Answer: Breast reduction sutures
Breast reduction sutures usually lose stregnth within a few weeks and then dissolve over a few months time. The pain can be many things. You should see your doctor.
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June 14, 2010
Answer: Breast reduction sutures
Breast reduction sutures usually lose stregnth within a few weeks and then dissolve over a few months time. The pain can be many things. You should see your doctor.
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June 11, 2010
Answer: Painful Nipple after Breast Reduction
Internal stitches are NOT painful. They serve as internal splints allowing and guiding scar adherence of tissues in their new locations. The inside sutures used in Breast Reduction surgery usually dissolve and lose their strength in 6-8 weeks.
See your surgeon so he/she can determine if you have another process that could be causing discomfort such as a small fluid collection or area of fat necrosis both of which are correctable.
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June 11, 2010
Answer: Painful Nipple after Breast Reduction
Internal stitches are NOT painful. They serve as internal splints allowing and guiding scar adherence of tissues in their new locations. The inside sutures used in Breast Reduction surgery usually dissolve and lose their strength in 6-8 weeks.
See your surgeon so he/she can determine if you have another process that could be causing discomfort such as a small fluid collection or area of fat necrosis both of which are correctable.
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