What is this hard white piece that just came out of my breast opening? (photos)

November 3, 2014
Asked By:ForeverBD1 in USA

Have this opening under my breast for about 3-4 wks - BL with BA, PS said it take time to heal & to wash/apply rx 2x daily w/ nonstick pad which I have. then this hard white edge appeared on bottom of wound & I assumed was skin Well today that hard piece came out! It is hard (plastic like?) and thick (def not thread) and it left two holes. I'm to see PS tomm morning but wanted to get other opinions! See pic with white edge still attached, white piece & wound showing the holes it left. Thanks

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September 13, 2016

Answer: Absorbable Sutures

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November 16, 2014

Answer: What is this hard white piece that just came out of my breast opening?

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November 16, 2014

Answer: What is this hard white piece that just came out of my breast opening?

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December 10, 2014

Answer: Suture

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December 10, 2014

Answer: Suture

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November 5, 2014

Answer: White thing

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 5, 2014

Answer: White thing

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November 5, 2014

Answer: Appears to be a piece of a suture.

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November 5, 2014

Answer: Appears to be a piece of a suture.

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