Galactorrhoea causing severe skin breakdown and nipple necrosis following breast reduction

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
M BentleyO A Asplund

Abstract

Galactorrhoea is a relatively common condition but has rarely been reported following breast reduction surgery. Literature review has revealed only four cases. We present a case of galactorrhoea following breast reduction surgery carried out 10 weeks following childbirth, and 3 weeks following cessation of breast-feeding. This resulted in severe skin and areola tissue breakdown. Four operations were subsequently performed to achieve a satisfactory cosmetic outcome. Considerations and recommendations in the timing of such procedures following childbirth and breast-feeding are discussed.

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Feb 25, 2011·Annals of Plastic Surgery·Andrew Tung, Nicholas Carr
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