Nipple Necrosis After Breast Lift

April 27, 2011
Asked By:Kim in Maryland in Chester, MD

I am 6 days post op and am having a horrible time. I had my implants removed and a breast lift performed. I had an allergic reaction to the adhesive on the steri strips and broke out in blisters everywhere my incision was. Day 4 my right nipple is black and the dr said I might lose it. I've been running a fever since day 2 - he has me on oral antibiotics and antibiotic cream too. Has anyone every bounced back from nipple necrosis? If not - what are your options? Right now I have a nipple with a big hole that surrounds it where the areola should be. Its totally depressing. Also - does your lift feel tight? I feel like I am about to pop out of my stitches.

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