I just had a breast lift 3 weeks ago and I noticed a couple days ago that I have an open wound would the wound expand more and get bigger ? Is it infected ? What can I put on it to heal faster
Answer: Infected or not? Your pictures show a wound dehiscence at the inframammary trifurcation, which is a common complication of mastopexy. It is usually minor and will heal in within a few weeks with conservative care. I do not think you have an infection, but you should discuss with your plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Infected or not? Your pictures show a wound dehiscence at the inframammary trifurcation, which is a common complication of mastopexy. It is usually minor and will heal in within a few weeks with conservative care. I do not think you have an infection, but you should discuss with your plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Breasts You need to be seen by your surgeon and cultures can be taken to see if you need antibiotics. You do need to be instructed in proper wound care. This is not normal.
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Answer: Breasts You need to be seen by your surgeon and cultures can be taken to see if you need antibiotics. You do need to be instructed in proper wound care. This is not normal.
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July 18, 2019
Answer: Wound opened after breast lift. Is this normal or infected? Hello Selena,Great question. Thank you for your pictures. Wound dehiscence is not uncommon. Follow your surgeon's post op instructions. Good luck with your recovery.
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July 18, 2019
Answer: Wound opened after breast lift. Is this normal or infected? Hello Selena,Great question. Thank you for your pictures. Wound dehiscence is not uncommon. Follow your surgeon's post op instructions. Good luck with your recovery.
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June 24, 2019
Answer: Infection is a concern Wound separation can occur. At this point, infection is a concern. Common signs of infection include redness and excess warmth in the area as well as smelly discharge. I suggest you see your surgeon as soon as you can to get this checked out.
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June 24, 2019
Answer: Infection is a concern Wound separation can occur. At this point, infection is a concern. Common signs of infection include redness and excess warmth in the area as well as smelly discharge. I suggest you see your surgeon as soon as you can to get this checked out.
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June 12, 2019
Answer: Breast lift Dear selena201230,
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June 12, 2019
Answer: Breast lift Dear selena201230,
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