I have a white shaped large bump by my nipple incision: is this normal? (photo)

April 30, 2014
Asked By:Lalalisa

Hi everyone, I noticed a small white bump on my left breast by the nipple incision the other day, I didn't think anything of it until today... It looks a bit larger. The bump is about the size of my small pinky nail. It looks like a very very large whitehead. Is this something I should be concerned about? I would appreciate any help my doctor won't be available to see me until next week. Thank you

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January 19, 2016

Answer: Bump

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December 5, 2015

Answer: Bump on areole

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December 5, 2015

Answer: Bump on areole

Ronald J. Edelson, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 5, 2014

Answer: Postoperative bump along the incision after breast augmentation is probably a stitch abscess

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 5, 2014

Answer: Postoperative bump along the incision after breast augmentation is probably a stitch abscess

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 5, 2014

Answer: Possible infected suture..

Dhaval M. Patel, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 5, 2014

Answer: Possible infected suture..

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May 5, 2014

Answer: Advice re small breadt incision whitish lump

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May 5, 2014

Answer: Advice re small breadt incision whitish lump

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