I'm currently eight days post-op from a breast reduction and lift surgery. I'm a bit concerned about a dark spot on one of my nipples. I'm unsure if it's normal bruising or if it indicates reduced blood flow. I won't see my plastic surgeon for a follow-up appointment for another five days, and I'm worried that I should go in sooner. What should I do?
Thank you for providing the photos. One encouraging observation is that, apart from the dark spot, the rest of your nipple appears pink, indicating good blood flow. Without a close-up examination in person, it's difficult to determine the exact cause. It could be either some blood or a small area of the nipple sloughing off (outer layer of skin). The presence of blood under the white tape adjacent to the area suggests that it's more likely just blood causing the appearance of the dark spot on your nipple. However, it would be best to consult with your surgeon for a definitive answer when you see them in the coming days.
Your nipple looks healthy in the pictures, with a nice pink color and good blood supply. The dark-stained steristrips surrounding your nipple are likely just scabs that have formed underneath the steristrips and should not be a cause for concern. It would be advisable to contact your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns and determine if a sooner evaluation is necessary. Based on the pictures, your nipple appears viable.
Based on the provided pictures, the appearance of your nipple-areola complex (NAC) seems fine overall. The dark area at the bottom edge may be dried blood, and a clearer picture will emerge once the strips are removed and the wound edges are cleaned. - [Doctor's Name]
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