Failed tissue expanders - what are my options to achieve normal size breasts? (Photo)

November 11, 2022
Asked By:Godiva031 in Young, Arizona

I had a nipple sparing double mastectomy in July and had expanders put in at the same time. I developed a really bad infection and had to remove expanders. Now the breast that was infected is completely contracting and is really hard and lumpy. What are my options moving forward to achieve at least my normal size breasts before surgery? I was 34c. I'm 5'7' and 30 years old.

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November 14, 2022

Answer: Breast reconstruction

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September 9, 2023

Answer: Reestablish skin envelope

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