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Hypertrophic Scarring Under the Breast Crease

I removed my implants 8 mnths ago.At 4 wks post-op I developed slight hypertrophic scarring - slightly thickened & seemed attached to the underlying tissues.My PS recommended I massage the scars for 6 mnths.I did this & noticed that the skin 'released' so I stopped abt 1 mnth ago.I have now noticed that my left crease is 'attached' again to the underlying tissues.I have started my manual massage again.My PS and I are no longer on good terms so any suggestions on rec rx would be much appreciated.

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Anon T in Australia
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Hypertrophic Scarring in Breast Crease

It sounds like you have two separate but potentially related problems. First, the hypertrophic scarring. By this I assume you mean that the scar is thicker and more firm and red that it ideally should be. This is actually somewhat unusual as the breast crease, or inframammary fold, is generally a very favorable area for scars. Early on, scars can potentially benefit from some topical scar formulas such as Mederma. At this point those treatments aren't very effective. The scar... more

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