Large areolas - should I do a reduction surgery? (Photo)

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Hi, I have very large areolas with flat nipples, although my breasts are not very big. I wanted to know whether it is a disease or it is a natural thing? Will it affect my future health? Should I do a reduction surgery or it is not necessary? In addition I am breastfeeding.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Bright386803,
your areolas will probably change in size and color after you stop breastfeeding. If the size bothers you, you can get areola reduction surgery or maybe even breast lift. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Breasts come in all shapes and sizes and that is true for the areola as well! Once you have finished breastfeeding for at least three months you can consider a breast lift.  This not only will remove excess skin and raise the nipple position, it will also downsize the areolas.

Lane Smith, MD · Answer

Every woman has different sized areolas. Some have large, some small, sometimes they have two totally different sized areolas. Continue breast feeding, as that is best for your little one. You are a trooper, breast feeding is hard but the best gift you can give your child! Once you have finished breastfeeding. Give your breast at least a month to recover and go through natural changes. After that, evaluate if your areolas still bother you. If that answer is yes, they can be reduced in a quick procedure under local or general anesthetic. We look forward to seeing you for an in person consultation here at Smith Plastic Surgery.

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