I had a breast lift 4 weeks ago (no implants). Both breasts started off with a scab on the "T" incisions, but the right one has rubbed off and is now open. I spoke with the nurse on Monday and she advised me to keep neosporn and a a bandage on it. It doesn't look any better yet. Is there anything more I should be doing to it? Should I air it out at all? I don't go back to the doctor for another 2 weeks and hate to bother him if there isn't anything else that needs to be done. No pain or fever.
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Hi and welcome to our forum!Every plastic surgeon has his / her own protocol regarding breast support after mastopexy. In our practice we employ a sports bra for postoperative wear for a period of 4 weeks after which time it is bra of choice. If the original source of the sagging was breast...
Thank you for asking about your breast lift result.Your photo and history suggest that the internal sutures are irritating your skin and may need to be removed. So please see your plastic surgeon to discuss a revision that includes removing the sutures. Different sutures should be used for your...
I always recommend my ScaRx tape to be worn after surgery or injury for several months.It is inexpensive, works and changed infrequently. However,if your scars are older, it will not work and you may need a pulsed dye laser or NdYag.