Why do I keep getting this bump on my scar? (Photo)

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Hey there so I am 10 months postop from a under the muscle gummy bear breast aug. I am 23 years old. I am super happy with my results and I healed very well. One concern of mine is that I keep hitting this bump on my scar and it happens either on my left or my right breast but never at the same time on each. It looks like a mosquito bite but I know it’s not. it happens every other month or so and it kind of itches, but there is no pain. I am not using any scar cream or tape or anything at all.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for your question
This may be a suture coming to the surface. Check with your surgeon and have it looked at. Best wishes!

Celal Alioglu, MD · Answer

Hello It was up to your healing process. During the healing period maybe there are were any keloid healing process.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. It is difficult to confirm what the bump is without a proper physical exam. One of the possibilities that it can be is just a suture scar. This can occur at the ends of the incision. This is not worrisome and does not need to be addressed as long as it does not bother you.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It's hard to tell without an examination but it is likely a suture that is coming to the surface.  It is best to visit with your surgeon for an evaluation.  If it is a suture knot they are easily addressed and heal well with minor home care.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear PWes6,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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