Bruising normal two weeks after breast augmentation? (Photo)

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I had slight bruising under my left breast following surgery but noticed today after work it had gotten much worse. I wore my compression strap for 11 hours today and it was tight. Is this brusing normal or should I be concerned?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  If the bruise developed deep into a patient's tissues it may take time for it to display on the skin surface.  As long as your implant appearance has not changed then likely all is well but if it has certainly check in with your surgeon for an in-person examination.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Bruising is very normal. Please consult with your plastic surgeon if you have any pain, swelling, etc.

Shlomo Widder, MD · Answer

Dear Apollo,   Thanks for posting the picture, though, fully exposed chest picture would have been helpful. The spotty bruising is most likely from the needle injection of the local long acting anesthesia that was given to you after the general anesthesia induction.    I inject the breasts margins and give inter costal nerve block to all my breasts augmentation patients for bleeding control and long acting anesthesia of the chest. So it is not unusual to see the spotty bruising coming up after surgery.  The bruising from hematoma are much more diffuse and the there is obvious asymmetry between the breasts, as far as size. That is why full chest picture would have helpful.  If you have any concerns about possible hematoma, contact your surgeon and discuss it with him or arrange for examination by him.                       Best of luck,                                         Dr Widder

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Your bruising could be normal, but the only way to know for certain is by checking with your surgeon. He or she will have the best idea as to how you should be progressing and whether or not your bruising is normal.Dr. Ted EisenbergBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

Ian MacArthur, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for your question. It is certainly possible to still have bruising 2 weeks after surgery. As long as there is no sudden increase in pain or swelling in the breast, there should be no cause for concern. If you have either of these symptoms, or you notice a change in the appearance of your breast, I suggest you schedule a follow-up with your plastic surgeon to ensure that recovery continues to go smoothly. Take care.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo .  This appears to be normal bruising , especially at two weeks post op.  If you are concerned and need reassurance, meet with your PS.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

This amount of bruising does not seem like a lot. If you are concerned, then see your surgeon........

Erica Anderson, MD · Answer

Based on the photo, the bruising you see is normal. If you are concerned, check in with your physician. Best wishes.

Peter Newen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello, Congratulations on your recent Surgery. It is hard to determine from your picture alone. Bruising can show at a later date than Surgery and bruises tend to travel with gravity. If your breasts have not changed in there appearance I believe it is nothing to worry about, however, if you are concerned I would contact your Operating Surgeon.We wish you the best of luck!

Joseph Fata, MD (retired) · Answer

Your photo is a little dark but it looks like there is limited bruising near the breast fold. Sometimes bruising can seem to progress because some blood in the soft tissues moves to a lower level due to  gravity. I have patients put Arnica gel on any bruises and it seems to help them fade more quickly. Your bruises should be gone in a week or two.

Bruising normal two weeks after breast augmentation? (Photo)

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