I think i have nipple necrosis. My dr keep saying it will be ok let the dark part fall off. Its driving me crazy. What are other options i have to heal this. Its been 3 weeks since this started. Help please
Answer: Yes, Nipple Necrosis Thank you for your pictures. In my opinion, this nipple and skin necrosis resulting in a large wound. You need to have this debrided to allow for complete healing over the next several months. Good luck
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Yes, Nipple Necrosis Thank you for your pictures. In my opinion, this nipple and skin necrosis resulting in a large wound. You need to have this debrided to allow for complete healing over the next several months. Good luck
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Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. (photos) I'm so sorry you are suffering from this complication. #NippleNecrosis is a rare complication of a #breastreduction. I suggest that you speak with your PS about immediate care for this. You will need to have this necrosis removed. There is a risk of infection while it is there. You will likely need to see your surgeon 2-3 days a week for treatment. You will experience extended recovery time due to your #nipplenecrosis. #Revisionsurgery may be necessary after healing. Best wishes!
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Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. (photos) I'm so sorry you are suffering from this complication. #NippleNecrosis is a rare complication of a #breastreduction. I suggest that you speak with your PS about immediate care for this. You will need to have this necrosis removed. There is a risk of infection while it is there. You will likely need to see your surgeon 2-3 days a week for treatment. You will experience extended recovery time due to your #nipplenecrosis. #Revisionsurgery may be necessary after healing. Best wishes!
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February 11, 2016
Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. I am sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced; this type of complication can be understandably very stressful to patients. At this point, close follow-up with your plastic surgeon will be key. Gentle debridement of unhealthy tissue and/or exposed sutures may help expedite the healing process. Local wound care and dressing changes will vary from one practice to another. For larger wounds, the use of a "VAC" device may be helpful. Please make sure that you concentrate on good nutrition as well. You might be surprised how well the area will heal and how nicely the body tends to "remodel" itself over time. In the longer term of course, you may benefit from revisionary surgery. Again, continue close/frequent followup with your plastic surgeon on a frequent/regular basis. Best wishes.
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Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. I am sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced; this type of complication can be understandably very stressful to patients. At this point, close follow-up with your plastic surgeon will be key. Gentle debridement of unhealthy tissue and/or exposed sutures may help expedite the healing process. Local wound care and dressing changes will vary from one practice to another. For larger wounds, the use of a "VAC" device may be helpful. Please make sure that you concentrate on good nutrition as well. You might be surprised how well the area will heal and how nicely the body tends to "remodel" itself over time. In the longer term of course, you may benefit from revisionary surgery. Again, continue close/frequent followup with your plastic surgeon on a frequent/regular basis. Best wishes.
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February 11, 2016
Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. (photos) You need wound debridement operations, a wound vac, daily dressing care. Best to seek other in person opinions. Sorry for your serious postop complications.
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Answer: What can I do to heal this? I think its nipple necrosis. Nipple dead after breast reduction. (photos) You need wound debridement operations, a wound vac, daily dressing care. Best to seek other in person opinions. Sorry for your serious postop complications.
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July 21, 2021
Answer: Seek your plastic surgeon's help Sorry to see you have had this rare but devastating problem. Can occur to any surgeon at any time. I would see your plastic surgeon frequently, at least 2-3 times a week to get this problem resolved and once healed, which may take several months, then you can go on with reconstruction. Good luck,
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July 21, 2021
Answer: Seek your plastic surgeon's help Sorry to see you have had this rare but devastating problem. Can occur to any surgeon at any time. I would see your plastic surgeon frequently, at least 2-3 times a week to get this problem resolved and once healed, which may take several months, then you can go on with reconstruction. Good luck,
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