Had a Breast Reduction a Month Ago Now I Have a White String Coming out of an Incision

November 14, 2010
Asked By:SD59980 in South Carolina

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!

Answers (9)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
November 17, 2010

Answer: Visible sutures following breast reduction surgery

November 17, 2010

Answer: Visible sutures following breast reduction surgery

February 17, 2011

Answer: Probable exposed deep dissolvable suture

February 17, 2011

Answer: Probable exposed deep dissolvable suture

Recommended reading

Breast Reduction

Everything you need to know about Breast Reduction

  • 97% worth it
  • 10.4k reviews
  • Avg cost: $9,996
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT