I had saline breast implants and nipple repositioning surgery 6 weeks ago. My stitches are not all dissolving. My skin has become red around the stitches. They already removed a couple sutures. The last one they removed they couldn't find a stitch and they said if it doesn't get better they will need to try to find it so it doesn't cause another infection. I clean them 2 times a day and apply ointment. What causes this? Do I need to take an enzyme supplement? Thanks
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A common error that leads to an unnatural appearance after breast augmentation, even with implants of an ideal size, is inadequate lower pole dissection and/or inadequate release of the pectoralis major origin just above the inframammary fold. As a result the implants sit too high and appear...
If you have an elevated temperature on the morning of surgery then it will most likely be postponed for your safety. Hopefully you will be fully recovered prior to the procedure. There is nothing worse than vomiting after surgery.
This is an important question. Birth control pills can increase your risk for clotting especially in the first several months. I would discuss this issue at length with your gynecologist and plastic surgeon for specific recommendations tailored to you and the procedures performed.
