A port is a small device placed under the skin before chemotherapy begins, providing dependable access to the bloodstream throughout treatment. Because it sits beneath the skin, it requires no special care and doesn’t interfere with daily life — patients can shower, swim, exercise, and live normally. When it’s time for treatment, the port makes […]

After fat-grafting breast augmentation, some patients develop fat necrosis — areas where fatty tissue becomes damaged and forms hard, sometimes painful lumps. These can cause skin discoloration, unevenness, and discomfort. Fat necrosis can appear as soft oily cysts, complex lumps mixing oily and solid components, or firm calcified masses. While benign, they can be uncomfortable […]

Mastitis occurs when breast tissue becomes infected or inflamed. In breastfeeding mothers (lactational mastitis), it most often develops when milk is not adequately drained from the breast — stagnant milk in the ducts creates an environment where bacteria can multiply. Mastitis can also affect women who aren’t breastfeeding. Common symptoms include localized breast pain, warmth, […]

Gynecomastia refers to enlarged breast tissue in men. Although all men have a small amount of breast tissue, gynecomastia causes it to grow excessively — typically beneath the nipple-areola complex — creating a fuller or more feminine-appearing chest. True gynecomastia caused by glandular tissue does not resolve with diet or exercise alone. The physical changes […]

A lumpectomy removes the breast tumor along with a small margin of surrounding healthy tissue, while preserving the natural breast. Because it conserves the breast, it’s known as breast-conserving surgery — and for women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, a lumpectomy is just as effective as a partial mastectomy. Many patients appreciate having an option […]

A Goldilocks mastectomy is an innovative option for women who are planning a mastectomy but don’t want — or can’t have — implant-based reconstruction. Unlike a traditional mastectomy, which removes all breast tissue and often requires implants or flap surgery, the Goldilocks technique preserves healthy fatty tissue and skin and uses them to create a […]

A prophylactic mastectomy is a preventive surgery that removes breast tissue to significantly reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. It’s often considered by women who face a higher-than-average risk due to genetic, family, or medical factors. Being identified as high-risk doesn’t guarantee cancer will develop — but it does mean the likelihood is significantly […]

Nipple-sparing mastectomy removes cancerous breast tissue while preserving the nipple-areola complex. Unlike traditional mastectomy, which removes both the nipple and areola, this technique maintains the natural appearance of the breast and allows for more aesthetically pleasing reconstruction. Because it requires advanced surgical skill, it’s offered only at select breast centers. Importantly, research shows that preserving […]