I had a double mastectomy with nipple sparing, a month ago it started to peel and got pink. Also I am very allergic to tapes and surgical glue and i have all that area very irritated. When i wear clothes it gets stuck because the skin is also super dry. I am putting vaseline and some antibiotic.
Answer: Peeling skin after mastectomy Peeling is healing! More than likely there was temporary injury to the nipple and areola that is resolving. It's common for the skin to become flaky in this setting, but this should not be a permanent issue. If you have a cancer diagnosis and were on hormones that have been stopped and/or placed on hormone blocking medicines, the drop in hormones can affect how your natural oils keep moisture in your skin.
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Answer: Peeling skin after mastectomy Peeling is healing! More than likely there was temporary injury to the nipple and areola that is resolving. It's common for the skin to become flaky in this setting, but this should not be a permanent issue. If you have a cancer diagnosis and were on hormones that have been stopped and/or placed on hormone blocking medicines, the drop in hormones can affect how your natural oils keep moisture in your skin.
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August 29, 2016
Answer: Nipple Peeling and scalyness of the nipple and areola - and sometimes the entire breast skin occurs with injury and compromise to the blood supply. This can occur after surgery as well as radiation. Your reaction may be compounded by an allergic reaction. As long as the nipple doesn't turn black and /or tissue doesn't slough off, it should heal with time. Hydrating ointments like you are using will help. Aquaphor is helpful. Consult your plastic surgeon for additional suggestions. Cortisone is helpful with allergic reactions. There are lotions that actually dilate blood vessels and may improve the healing. Good luck and take care.
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August 29, 2016
Answer: Nipple Peeling and scalyness of the nipple and areola - and sometimes the entire breast skin occurs with injury and compromise to the blood supply. This can occur after surgery as well as radiation. Your reaction may be compounded by an allergic reaction. As long as the nipple doesn't turn black and /or tissue doesn't slough off, it should heal with time. Hydrating ointments like you are using will help. Aquaphor is helpful. Consult your plastic surgeon for additional suggestions. Cortisone is helpful with allergic reactions. There are lotions that actually dilate blood vessels and may improve the healing. Good luck and take care.
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