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39 Years Old, Back, Neckpain, Tingling and Numbness in Hands and Feet

UPDATED FROM Vlbf78
3 years post

Nipples

Vlbf78
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So, been awhile. 3 years since surgery. My scars look phenomenal, and u can barely see them. I wanted to go back and look at my progress and story. My nipples are really upsetting me more than usual here lately. In my after surgery photos, where my nipples should be are huge dimples, or holes. I remember seeing my mother and my aunt's face when I came out of surgery, and the nurse said don't worry they won't stay like that. Well, they have. I have noticed that when I'm trying to find the right one it feels like it's under the areola and not centered where the nipple should be. I can kind of see it in one of the pics. In all the photos on this site, I am unable to find someone's after surgery pics where their nipples are dimples, or caved in. My decision to have the surgery was still worth it, but I feel like a freak. My Dr tried telling me that maybe they were inverted before, and that it's hard to tell in my before photo because they are hanging so low. Umh, no I had nips for 39 years. I don't know to talk to him again, or maybe get a second opinion. Just trying to find someone else on here with something similar. Also, has anyone had really bad itching on their scars for no reason? No rash or raised bumbs. Just a mad itch.

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Eugene Hsiao, MD

Eugene Hsiao, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (5)

July 25, 2021
They look amazing even with the nipples looking inverted. Did your breasts grow again after having the baby or did they stay the same?
July 25, 2021
I have no idea about the nipples, but would encourage you to get a second opinion before you make any decisions. You look absolutely amazing. This is the first time I've seen your review, but what a poster child for reductions! Congratulations on your baby girl, and thank you for posting an update.
July 26, 2021
Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes, unfortunately everything on my body grew after having my baby! Hahahaha! But, it's all worth it! My breasts are nothing like they were before my reduction. I'm happily still a C cup.
August 3, 2021
August 5, 2021
Excuse me?
UPDATED FROM Vlbf78
1 year post

1 year and 3 .5 months later

Vlbf78
Hi everyone! My baby girl arrived May 1st at 9lbs and 22 inches. She is perfect in every way! I was able to produce breast milk even though my glands were severed and some possibly removed. I had to use a nipple sheild, because my nipples were still dimples. It got to be very frustrating. The sheild would fall off, or she would knock it off. I eventually just started pumping the milk into a bottle for her. I was absolutely amazed that I was able to produce after a breast reduction surgery. Then the 7 week mark hit, and its like my body just quit. I was pumping every 2-3 hours, and it would take all day to make an ounce. I decided to quit, and was thankful that I was able to supply for her for 7 weeks. I tried supplements, oats and whole grains, drink mixes. Nothing helped. I believe it may have been because of the surgery? Idk, but I am 12 weeks post partum, and my breasts are going back down finally! I never got to heal all the way due to getting pregnant 4 months after surgery. My surgeon said that once swelling goes away that my nipples should come out. Well. Finally swelling is going away! Lol they are starting to come out more. Except if I am laying on my back they are completely inverted. That is embarrassing. My husband says he doesnt care, but I do. Deep down I think he does too. I have a follow up appointment with my surgeon on aug 20th. Im thinking of cancelling it. Insurance will not cover surgery to fix that problem. My surgeon says he doesn't really recommend it, because its painful and will make me have no sensation whatso ever. What do u all think I should do?

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July 30, 2019
Sensation is more important than looks. And why take the chance of possible nipple loss due to loss of blood supply?
August 6, 2019
True!
November 21, 2021
Did insurance pay for the surgery?
November 30, 2021
Yes! I had to go through hoops first. Had to try anti inflammatory meds and physical therapy before I could have a referral to a surgeon. Then he said pictures speak a thousand words. He took pics of my breasts with no face in them of course. He submitted those with his notes and I was approved. Just had my deductible to pay.
February 26, 2022
leave it alone!
UPDATED FROM Vlbf78
10 months post

Just checking in!

Vlbf78
How is everyone? Baby and I are ok, she is a girl btw! The breasts are doing fine. Im a lil discouraged with how big they're, but it could be a lot worse if I didn't have the reduction! I'm trusting what my surgeon said that they will go down in size after birth. I asked him if I would need another reduction, and he pulled up my before photos. That calmed me down! Lol they are nowhere as big as that! I hope everyone is happy with their surgeries and that u are healing fine!

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February 28, 2019
Hey there! So excited for you! My breasts always appeared bigger when I was preggo- enjoy this amazing time!
March 24, 2019
Thank you! Ive been on bedrest for 4 weeks now. I can't believe it has been almost 1 year since my surgery! April 16th. I guess I could post 1 yr post op pics, but I will be 9 months pregnant also!
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July 25, 2021
You look amazing, cheers to your new baby and look!
February 3, 2022
My message was before I read your update. Sensation matters too so do whats best for you
May 11, 2022
Hi,
I’m a lactation nurse. I wanted to congratulate you on breastfeeding! In my experience, I have found that most moms can breastfeed after reduction. The challenging part is that some top out in terms of production. So, they may be able to produce 500 ml or 700 ml per day. But, at some point the baby will require 1000 to 1200ml. So I encourage these moms to nurse frequently and weigh the baby often. Once the milk comes in, baby should be gaining about an ounce per day for the first 3 to 4 months. If they stop gaining, it’s time to supplement with formula. By the way, if you have another baby, your milk production will be greater next time.
May 17, 2022
Hi! I had a breast lift about 2 months ago and my nipples looked just like yours on one side (inverted dimple) right after surgery...but it's slowly popping back out. It's definitely the shy one that has to be coaxed lol. I will say that I never had really prominent nipples and I also had to do the bottle nipple over my nipple trick to help my baby latch one when I was breastfeeding. I think your results look fantastic and I hope they keep getting even better. Congrats on your baby!!