Nipple Sloughed Off From Necrosis Following Mastopexy.....normal? (photo) [graphic]

January 5, 2012
Asked By:Cherriepye18 in Florida, NY

I had mini mastopexy on Dec. 14th. I can clearly see the left nipple has necrosed and sloughed off but my doctor keeps reassuring that this is normal and everything will heal perfectly. I am 25, non-smoker, and healthy. Why did this happen? My left breast is still painful compared to the right one. Surgeon said he had to dissect the left side more which is why it was more “beat up”. Will my nipple eventually heal and look normal or do I have more surgeries in my future?

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January 7, 2012

Answer: Nipple necrosis

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January 7, 2012

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Don W. Griffin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 7, 2012

Answer: Will my nipple be normal?

Steve Laverson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 7, 2012

Answer: Will my nipple be normal?

Steve Laverson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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