Hi, I am 10 days out post brachioplasty (I also had a breast lift w/ implants at the same time. I had my drains removed at my 1 week appointment but everything seems to have gone downhill from there. My arms are profusely leaking, mostly clear/bloody fluid to the point that I am soaking through layers of gauze, my compression, and clothing. My armpit incision seems to have opened up. I called my surgeon, they said to put Vaseline and cover with gauze but I am still very concerned. Please advise.
June 20, 2019
Answer: 10 days post surgery Thank you for your question. This is very common in arm lift surgery. There is a significant amount of tension on the incision with the movement of the arm. I would follow the instructions from your surgeon, these incisions typically heal well despite this happening. Good luck with recovery.
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June 20, 2019
Answer: 10 days post surgery Thank you for your question. This is very common in arm lift surgery. There is a significant amount of tension on the incision with the movement of the arm. I would follow the instructions from your surgeon, these incisions typically heal well despite this happening. Good luck with recovery.
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June 12, 2019
Answer: 10 days post brachioplasty (arm lift). My armpit incision seems to have opened up. Please advice. I've already called my surgeo The incision at the axilla is very prone to separation as this is an area of tension and is subjected to additional tension during movement. Recommend that you follow up with your PS to discuss the best options for treating your wound. It will heal; it will just take time. I recommend protein shakes for optimal incision healing.
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June 12, 2019
Answer: 10 days post brachioplasty (arm lift). My armpit incision seems to have opened up. Please advice. I've already called my surgeo The incision at the axilla is very prone to separation as this is an area of tension and is subjected to additional tension during movement. Recommend that you follow up with your PS to discuss the best options for treating your wound. It will heal; it will just take time. I recommend protein shakes for optimal incision healing.
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