Is it Seroma, a boil or a cyst? I'm worried. 11 months post op. (photos)

Question

After 11 months after breast reduction. A boil like blister formed on my left breast on my lower t incision site below my nipple. It's been over a week now and it won't go away nor pop. My left breast is very sore and hurts bad.. sometimes it feels like someone is stabbing it. This pain is more so underneath the boil. FYI I did get a bilateral cyst removal Sept of last year post reduction and I got a mammogram ultra sound. Benign tumor cyst was found. Please tell me what you think.. please!

Hampton A. Howell, MD · Answer

Hi.  I am sorry to hear you are having some difficulties.  It would be best to get in to see your plastic surgeon for an evaluation so he or she can best advise you on what needs to be done.  Good luck and take care,Dr. Howell

Sarah Mess, MD · Answer

I would recommend you follow up with your surgeon. They will want to evaluate you to determine the proper course of treatment.

Susan D. Vasko, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. From looking at your photos and your description of pain, I would recommend that you schedule an appointment to be evaluated in person by your board-certified plastic surgeon's office.

Michael A. Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

I think it's best if you call your surgeon to discuss the issue.  They will likely want to see you in person and then recommend a treatment.Best,Dr. Michael EpsteinMAE Plastic SurgeryNorthbrook, IL

Carmen Kavali, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for the helpful photos.  Whatever the underlying cause, you appear to have active inflammation in that breast and need to be seen to have that addressed.  Please call your plastic surgeon for an appointment ASAP for evaluation and treatment.Best wishes,Dr. Kavali

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You likely have an infection like a boil.  This likely has to be incised and drained. You should see your plastic surgeon for care. Good luck.

Is it Seroma, a boil or a cyst? I'm worried. 11 months post op. (photos)

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