My surgery was six weeks ago. At my one week check up my PS said not to worry---but they still look exactly the same as they did. There is a half inch difference between the two. Should I just resign myself and know that the one nipple will have to be made smaller or is there still a chance the one could get bigger?
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July 1, 2017
Answer: Asymmetry in the size of the nipple / areolas: what to do?
Dear missrosiex,I close my incisions in 5 layers and take stitches out week one and week two. I don't recommend absorbable sutures because they cause inflammation that worsens scars. Then we tape your incisions once a week for 6 weeks. Lastly we start you on a 3 month topical scar management ...
Thanks for your question. The effect that a breast lift with areola involvement might have on your ability to breastfeed in the future is not 100% predictable. However, a breast lift alone —even with areolar reduction — does not disconnect the nipple from the ducts or breast tissue. It sho...
I'm sorry to hear about the problem you are experiencing after breast reduction surgery. There may be a variety of reasons why you are experiencing the symptoms; online consultants will not be of much specific help to you in this regard. Best to let your plastic surgeon know of your concerns. B...