Breast implant incision - scab or stitches poking out?? 3 weeks post op. (Photos)

February 6, 2018
Asked By:BA2018

I am currently 3 weeks post op and my streri strips have come off. The doctor put dissolvable stitches in the incision and therefore do not need to be removed.I noticed that my incisions have dark areas that are bumpy and have some dry skin around it. Is this a scab/dried blood that has formed and part of a normal healing process? Or is it the stitches poking out?? Also, is it likely that an infection may be present? Any help would be appreciated!!

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February 8, 2018

Answer: Scab?

Vishnu Rumalla, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 8, 2018

Answer: Scab?

Vishnu Rumalla, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 24, 2022

Answer: I think you are probably correct in your diagnosis......

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February 24, 2022

Answer: I think you are probably correct in your diagnosis......

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