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Breast Reduction Post Op Wound Dehiscence - What Can I Do?

bellasmom
I am so scared.I had a breast reduct. 1 week ago.I was a 34F & asked to be a small D.The surgeon did a superior medial technique.I have a lollipop incision (not the bottom anchor part).I am HUGE.I can barely fit DDD bra.One drain pulled out 3d.ago and he removed the other 2d. ago. I am on abx.Today the lower 1" of L incision opened & POURED fluid leaving a gaping hole. I DONT smoke & have done all the right things.Why me?Can I still hope to be my goal size?What now?Going to see him in am. Help!

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