Hi, I got breast augmentation 2 years ago & recently I've been experiencing irritation around the incision scar only to discover that a stitch is still present & it has now forced its way through my skin. So there is a tiny hole in my areola w/ the tip of a stitch protruding. My skin has healed over the knot. Besides getting it removed what should I do? Is this considered malpractice? How should I address my surgeon? Coincidently this is the same breast that has developed capsular contracture.
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Drains are placed into surgical sites where there is potential for fluid buildup. I do not use them routinely for breast augmentation but there are some instances where it might be considered. One is when textured, shaped implants such as the 'gummy bears" are used, because the...
Depending upon the extent of your inversion, will determine what is the best treatment of your nipple inversion. Asymmmetry of the areolas can also be adjusted during surgery or even after as a secondary procedure.
Dental work and surgery can cause bacteria to be released into the bloodstream.
Bacteria preferentially attach to foreign bodies (breast Implants, Heart Valves etc) and can cause infection or an inflammatory reaction.
Capsular Contraction around Breast Implants is an intense inflammatory...
