Arm lift: bumps on incision. (photos)

Thank you for your question and photos. You are most likely feeling deep sutures.  These can sometimes work their way up to the surface.  Most of them will probably resorb on their own.  I would recommend addressing them as they come up. Consider consulting with another plastic surgeon in your area.

Thank you for sharing your history and arm lift photos. These bumps likely arise from sutures. It would be helpful to know the appearance of the suture your primary care doctor extracted. Most sutures used in standard arm lifts are dissolvable, meaning they break down over time. Occasionally, for various reasons, a surgeon may use permanent sutures, which are usually black or royal blue. Dissolvable sutures are generally clear or straw-colored.
If the bumps are bothersome, a medical professional should remove and inspect the suture to determine its type. If the sutures are dissolvable, they can take 6 to 9 months to disintegrate fully.
For clarity, discuss with your plastic surgeon to determine the best course of action.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen.

The appearance of these bumps after a brachioplasty is fairly normal
and most likely a skin reaction to sutures or dissolving stitches. These bumps
will likely disappear over time as your body heals. If they persist and are not
reabsorbed by the body, you may have to get the sutures removed by a board
certified plastic surgeon in your area.