Just wondering if they look like they are healing normally? The bruise looking hue on them and the purple veins have me a tad worried. 16 days post-op and I'm still very sore.
1 photo
Answers (2)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Plastic surgeons may utilize a post surgical bra for compression (especially if drains are not used), support (to prevent premature drop or droop) or to achieve other cosmetic goals, as well as for patient comfort. (Many times a nonbouncy breast is less painful). Discuss this with your surgical...
I have seen hidradenitis of the nipple and breast but other sources of chronic nipple infections exist. Removal of the offending duct/s may be all that is necessary to prevent the problem. If the hidradenitis actually involves the nipple areolar complex, surgery may need to be more extensive but...
Mastectomy is removal of all the breast tissue - generally while preserving the skin and the nipple. This is indicated in some patients with cancer or a high risk of getting cancer. Mastopexy is rearranging the tissue of the breast - such as a lift or to fill in a defect (possibly from...