Breast reduction/ open wound - I’m scared can anyone explain why this happened? (photo)

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I had a breast reduction and uplift in turkey. I was there for a week left Sunday. Everything was ok I suppose but then My Breast was bleeding I went to the hospital they said my breast is gaping and it was infected I’ve got antibiotics but they said because I’ve done it abroad there’s not much they can do I contacted the people in Turkey they said they will bring me back for surgery to fix it. It hurts a lot it still bleeds I’m scared can anyone explain why this happened?

Mark Soldin, MBChB · Answer

Many thanks for your query.
It is very scary when things do not go well and your surgical team is far away. 
The wounds opened up because of tension of closure and weight of breasts affecting the blood supply to the area.
The NHS should help you heal the wounds - regular cleansing,dressings,and time are needed now. The wounds will take about 2-3months to close. 
After they have closed, let everything settle down for at least 6 months before thinking of any revision. You may need to return to Turkey for this to be free of charge.
Happy to help
Mark

Matthew A. DelMauro, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) I'm sorry to hear about the trouble you have had after surgery. Wound healing complications are not uncommon after breast reduction surgery. There are many risk factors for wound healing complications; not knowing your history makes it difficult to identify your risk factors. Local wound care is the treatment. You should follow up with your plastic surgeon so that he/she can evaluate you, address your concerns, and develop a plan of care. Best of luck!
Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

Tthe most probable cause of the bleeding and delayed healing is the decreased blood flow into the area. During breast augmentation, a large amount of breast tissues are removed and would include some blood vessels and nerves. Each individual has a different rate of healing. With regards to the infection, it would be best to follow your primary physician's order. Always keep the wounds clean and dry to prevent further infection.

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