I had a BA/BL in March2017. Had open wound been taking care of that but now the skin on the nipple is lighter almost the color of my skin. Is this necrosis? What can be done?
September 2, 2017
Answer: What does nipple discoloration mean? Is there necrosis? It appears that you have hypopigmentation of a portion of your areola. A nipple that is necrotic will turn dark, and then part of it will slough off. There is then an open wound. You would know if you had necrosis while you were healing. Areas of hypopigmentation can be treated with tattooing and can give a very nice result. I would contact your surgeon for specific recommendations.
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September 2, 2017
Answer: What does nipple discoloration mean? Is there necrosis? It appears that you have hypopigmentation of a portion of your areola. A nipple that is necrotic will turn dark, and then part of it will slough off. There is then an open wound. You would know if you had necrosis while you were healing. Areas of hypopigmentation can be treated with tattooing and can give a very nice result. I would contact your surgeon for specific recommendations.
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September 5, 2017
Answer: Discoloration Hello and thanks for your question. Discoloration and pigment changes around the incision and scar are common but I would ask your surgeon for his input. It does not seem that you have any active or frank necrosis. However the red area below your nipple looks a little inflamed or irritated. I would recommend going in to have it examined.
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September 5, 2017
Answer: Discoloration Hello and thanks for your question. Discoloration and pigment changes around the incision and scar are common but I would ask your surgeon for his input. It does not seem that you have any active or frank necrosis. However the red area below your nipple looks a little inflamed or irritated. I would recommend going in to have it examined.
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