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.

Shitel Patel, MD · Answer

The bump looks like it is at the edge of the incision. It depends if you are having a reaction to the suture that was used and getting irritation at the edge of it. I would have your surgeon see if you have a suture granuloma and if so they can remove the suture... Best of luck!

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

Ian MacArthur, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for your question. This looks like it may be a cyst within the suture line. These are not common following breast augmentation surgery, although they can be easily treated. Typically this would be done under local anaesthetic and only take 5-10 minutes. That said, it is difficult to make a diagnosis and treatment plan alone from looking at photos. I suggest you follow-up with your operating plastic surgeon to determine if there is any role for a scar revision / cyst removal. Take care.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You may be having a delayed reaction to your dissolvable stitches. Hopefully this will subside as the stitches dissolve. Please check with your surgeon.

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.

Jose A. Munoz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!From your history, you appear to be experiencing this apparent inflammatory phenomenon involving both breasts on an intermittent basis as the bumps come and go. It may be related to retained suture material used in the closure. If this phenomenon is not abating over time, I recommend reevaluation by your plastic surgeon.Best wishes...

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

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