My wound under breast is taking a long time to heal. Am I doing something wrong? Feels like it will be there forever. (photo)

Question

I had a mommy makeover March 26,2015 (7 weeks ago today) this included lift (no implant).About four weeks post-op the tape was taken off and I had a large scab under my right breast. My doctor had me put Neosporin on and keep covered. That soon melted scab and created open wound it is now 3 weeks of wound care (wash with bar soap,Neosporin and woundpad) and not much has changed. No oozing, pain, heat or smells. Just very sensitive breasts. Is something wrong with me? Why am I healing so slow?

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello Ashley. Thanks for your post and photos. You have wound dehiscence, a condition that is very common with anchor pattern breast lift. There's nothing wrong with you. However, you need to change how you're taking care of the wound. Talk to your PS and consider switching to wet to dry dressing changes. That has worked for me in similar conditions. Best wishes, Dr. Aldo.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It does appear as though you are experiencing delayed wound healing. I find it helps to keep the area clean and dry. That area tends to be vulnerable to added pressure from the implant and can be found moist from being at the breast fold. Speak with your surgeon to discuss best wound care options.Best,

J. Dayne Petersen, MD · Answer

This is the most common place for wound problems in breast lift surgery.  It appears from your photo that your wound is trying to heal.  You have good red healing tissue called granulation tissue which is a sign that the wound is heading in the right direction.  You are doing the right things.  Stay in close contact with your surgeon.  After it has all healed you may benefit from a small scar revision.  Best of Luck.

Adrian Smith, MD · Answer

Open wounds in those areas are predictable.  Due to swelling the wounds actually get bigger by weeks 2-3.  After this time they begin to contract.  It may take several weeks to notice a significant reduction in size.  Check with your doctor regularly because occasionally they do get infected.

Karen Vaniver, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

You appear to have some swelling and inflammation in this photo. Many people have some allergy to Polysporin. As an expert in wound healing, I have found a hydrogel, such as Solosite, applied twice daily to be effective. Please speak to your surgeon about your concerns. The majority of these wounds heal nicely.

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