How Long Before Tissue Necrosis Heals After Breast Reduction?

April 7, 2009
Asked By:golfingknee in Ft.Wayne, IN

I had a breast reduction done back in december and am pleased with the results other than one of my breasts is still open at the inverse T. It is still draining and bleeds fairly easily. I have been using bactroban cream on the site for several weeks. My PS believes it may be fat necrosis. Just curious how long these types of things could take to heal, and if there are any other options to try and get the wound to heal quicker. It is healing but EVER so slowly!

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January 26, 2017

Answer: Recovery From Breast Reduction Is Dependent Upon the Amount of Tissue Necrosis & Patient's Wound Healing Characteristics

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January 26, 2017

Answer: Recovery From Breast Reduction Is Dependent Upon the Amount of Tissue Necrosis & Patient's Wound Healing Characteristics

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February 4, 2021

Answer: Typically within a month or two

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Answer: Typically within a month or two

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February 9, 2015

Answer: Healing Following Breast Reduction Depends on the Type of Incision Made & the Patient's Healing Process

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John J. Edney, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 9, 2015

Answer: Healing Following Breast Reduction Depends on the Type of Incision Made & the Patient's Healing Process

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May 29, 2017

Answer: Wound Healing after Breast Reduction?

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April 15, 2009

Answer: Difficult to say without examining you

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April 15, 2009

Answer: Difficult to say without examining you

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