Hi
I’ve been told this is what I’m having. Has anyone had this ? Did you have reconstructive surgery to create a nipple after ? It’s not my priority as I just want it out but want to be prepared too .
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Hi Gusmum,
I had wide excision and nipple removal 2 years ago. I was offered reconstructive surgery or a nipple tattoo but chose not to go down that route. I’m 64 and past caring if I look a little lopsided! My scar is just a very neat faded line and I have a prosthetic to put in my bra.
The only time I do feel a little self conscious is when I go swimming when I’m on holiday but that is my insecurity. Wishing you all the best in whatever you decide to do and hope all goes well. X
Hello, glad that you have healed up well. I know here in US they have stick on nipples that look really good. They are made by Amoena and are made from silicone. Here is a picture. Take care
Barbara
Barbara
Hi Gusmum
I had a wide local excision and therapeutic mammoplasty with nipple and areola reconstruction 4 months ago.
The oncoplastic surgeon created a new nipple from skin. I guess psychologically it makes me feel less mutilated because I still have a breast with an areola and nipple of sorts even though it looks different to my other breast ( I had to have a lumpectomy on the other breast too so that one has an indented scar). Overall I suppose my chest feels normal and looks normal with clothes on, it’s only myself and my husband who are going to see the scars
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