Is it normal that you have two different sized nipples after a inverted correction surgery?

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I did a nipple correction surgery 7days ago and today when I went back to remove the stitches and bandages I noticed both nipples are completely different the left one seems much bigger and swollen & the right one seems perfectly fine my doctor said that this is normal & that it will eventually go down & look like the right one. I'm just really concerned that it will continue to look like that. Please advise if it will go down or will I need to operate once again??

Nina S. Naidu, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, it's completely normal for there to be differences between the nipples at this very early stage following surgery.  You will likely notice more symmetry within the next 6-12 weeks as your swelling resolves.  However, expect to see some difference between the breasts; very rarely are two breasts or nipple perfectly symmetric.  I hope this helps.  Best wishes, /nsn.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Some degree of nipple asymmetry is quite commonly seen during the healing phase, and in the longer term, after  surgery is done for correction of inverted nipples.  At this point, I think that your “best friends” are on going patience and time. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to precise advice, to rule out complications that can cause nipple asymmetry and/or for reassurance. Best wishes.

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