Is bleeding and cold nipples post breast reduction a concern?

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I had a breast reduction yesterday I feel pretty good but I’m concerned that my nipples are cold to the touch. I’m not worried about the fact that I don’t have any sensation yet but the fact that they’re cold make me concerned theres no blood flow however my left breast is bleeding m.

Andrea Marando, MD · Answer

Dear Tiffany, thank you for your question. First of all, congratulations for your very recent breast reduction.  It is very difficult to reassure you with so little information about your operation and without photos. However, a very cold nipple combined with a very pale/grey discoloration could be related to a nipple without blood supply. If you are concerned, your should really contact the office of your surgeon and be assessed adequately. At this moment in time, this is the best course of action.Please make sure you do.All the best.Andrea MarandoPlastic and Cosmetic SurgeonManchester and London, UK

Steven Turkeltaub, MD · Answer

Without photos and more explicit information as to you exact situation, it is impossible to answer your question with convincing authority. If your nipple is not pink but rather pale, blue, black or severely congested - this is of major concern and you would need to contact your plastic surgeon immediately.As to the "bleeding", you didn't describe this well either. It would be extremely prudent for you to call your PS immediately and have him/her figure out exactly what is going on and if this warrants immediate attention or not.Steven Turkeltaub, MD

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