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Well I'm young gal who attends college with no children. I weigh about 135 and my bra size was a 34 DD . So my shoulder issue was unbearable , even doing physical activities such as running on a treadmill or jumping jack. The weight on my chest was very due to my breast that were very over sized for my body. Also adding as I'm getting older my breast started to sag and made the situation a bit worse.
Its been 2 weeks since my operation and the second day I saw them I was SO happy to see them up perky and a reasonable size. But now after the Dr. removing the white stickers that were over my stitches I have noticed I what they call " wound separation" .
Its scary to see this and Im concerned if it would get better or worse. I have looked up information about it and didn't get much on it. All I know its a wound without pain but does leak a little yellow liquid. Overall I'm completely relieved with the procedure and at last I have breast that fit me and I can be fine with.
Updated on 12 Sep 2011:
I feel very inpatient about these wound separations, I wished I could speak to someone who had the same issue to better help me in this situation. My PS does say its normal , but they are so ugly looking and gross. I fear my results will not be what I am looking forward to! Monday I have an appointment to see the PS and hopefully everything will go well !
Updated on 20 Sep 2011:
Hi everyone I saw my PS yesterday, no worries or concerns the wounds seem to be healing well , slowly but shortly! I see the difference myself . I forgot to ask a few questions , I'm curious to know how much was taken out of my breast and its been a month and a few days since the surgery and forgot to ask when I can start wearing regular bras?... Other than that everything is going well swelling on my right breast (the bigger one) seems to be going down as well. I'm so excited to see the final product . Its such an amazing feeling have this relief :)
Updated on 11 Dec 2011:
Hi everyone . Sorry I haven't been on , just some recent updates on my breast reduction. I think I permanently have lost sensation on one of the nipples. Other than that no complaints with the healing just one breast is slightly bigger than the other. The scars seem to be improving slowly but shortly.
Updated on 29 Jan 2012:
It been 5 months now & I'm still some what concerned about one of my breast as it is still slightly bigger then the other. i would think by now it shouldn't be swollen. Also I would like to know if theres any good cream to use for the scarring? any suggestions would be very useful .thank you !
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Hi there,
Here's what some doctors have to say about wound separation. It's great that you were able to get this done and resolve your shoulder issues. Did insurance cover your procedure?
Just keep an eye on those incisions and keep in contact with your doctor.
Give me an update darling...
Thank you for the update:) This will all turn out fine and you will be happy in the end.
Don't be afraid to wash the incisions. Go gentle and it really doesn't hurt. You are a bit numb so go for it.
I am having a similar situation. I have an appt with my PS tomorrow (one week followup) and tonight I notice a yellow ish discharge under my right breast. Its also at the T junction closer to the beginning of my incision near my underarm. I hope that doesn't mean I will have wound separation. I will keep you posted on my page.
Keep me updated on ur wound care as I may be in ur situation...
How are you doing?
Yes it is long and can be frustrating. Hang in there because there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Try the Palmer's Vitamin E Skin Therapy Oil. Or the Bio Oil. I have used both but prefer the smell of the Palmer's. Firm circular massage on all incisions 2 times a day.
Here are some links to the products so you are able to see what they look like.
Palmer's Oil
Bio Oil