Am I having nipple complications after my breast lift (1 1/2 years post op)? (Photos)

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I had a breast lift / no implant, with mesh about a year and a half ago. I'm noticing of my nipple is starting to look off. I don't even know exactly how to describe it but I feel like part of my nipple is changing texture / losing color?? I'll add photos. I asked the surgeons office and his NP told me this is normal and happens some times when the breast is stretched. I'm a little freaked out. Can someone explain what this is and if there's anything I need to do?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From the submitted photos it appears you are healing normally.  The change in color from the areola can be corrected with medical tattooing if it is bothersome.  If not, there is nothing that needs to be done.

Warren Schutte, MD · Answer

Thank you for providing photos. You appear to be healing within normal limits. Your scarring has healed nicely and are nearly imperceptible thin white lines. Your areolar look is appropriate for having scarring around it.

Jeffrey M. Darrow, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos. It appears that you’ve had a decrease in the color of your areola at a point of increased tension during the closure of the incision for a breast lift. This is affecting your aesthetic appearance of your areolar. If the color has faded in this area, you may consider getting a tattoo to blend the color better and make the areola appear more circular.  Aside from addressing your aesthetic concerns, there is nothing that has to be done.

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!  This looks like part of the scar healing process.  We would love to meet with you to discuss your concerns.  Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic to help you reach your goals.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Stretching pigmented skin often makes it look lighter.
Your pictures look normal.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Am I having nipple complications after my breast lift (1 1/2 years post op)? (Photos)

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