Breast reduction was done on october 15th and now I have a white string coming out of my right breast at the lower incision I pulled because I thought it was a dried up scab but it wouldn't come out. It bleed a little and there is also some pain. Is this normal or should I contact my doctor? help!
November 17, 2010
Answer: Visible sutures following breast reduction surgery
Breast reduction surgery requires a lot of suturing. Most sutures are dissolvable, but they may eventually work their way to the surface. Most frequently, it is a simple matter to clip and remove the suture. The best source of advise on post-operative care is your surgeons office team. I would recommend calling them for reassurance and set up a time to clip the suture if you do not already have a follow-up appointment in the next few weeks. Best regards, Andrew Lyos, MD, FACS
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November 17, 2010
Answer: Visible sutures following breast reduction surgery
Breast reduction surgery requires a lot of suturing. Most sutures are dissolvable, but they may eventually work their way to the surface. Most frequently, it is a simple matter to clip and remove the suture. The best source of advise on post-operative care is your surgeons office team. I would recommend calling them for reassurance and set up a time to clip the suture if you do not already have a follow-up appointment in the next few weeks. Best regards, Andrew Lyos, MD, FACS
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February 17, 2011
Answer: Probable exposed deep dissolvable suture
It sounds like this is probably a dissolvable deep suture that has come through the skin. I would suggest that you contact your plastic surgeon so that they can assess the situation and remove the suture if that is what it is. Sometimes, if they remain like this, you can develop a localized infection so address this issue now.
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February 17, 2011
Answer: Probable exposed deep dissolvable suture
It sounds like this is probably a dissolvable deep suture that has come through the skin. I would suggest that you contact your plastic surgeon so that they can assess the situation and remove the suture if that is what it is. Sometimes, if they remain like this, you can develop a localized infection so address this issue now.
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