My BA was just under 2 weeks ago and so far the recovery has been going well with very minimal pain and swelling. I noticed the pain along the incision line yesterday and although the pain is not getting worse it has been constant. I have been wearing the compression bra provided by my surgeon and it feels as though the band is rubbing on the incision which is causing the pain/tenderness to feel worse. What can I do to ease the pain? Also does the pain mean the wound is not healing properly?
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But did you start with that (as some people do)? And if not, how extensive of a medial pocket release was done (only your surgeons knows)? And if the medial pocket release was not aggressive, you will not have symmastia and this will improve with time. If aggressive, then there is a chance th...
From the photographs it looks as though your incisions are much more biologically active than one would anticipate it six months. Some of the so-called scar treatments you engage in may be aggravating the situation. I would focus on protecting the incisions from any irritation.
I would recommend you work with your surgeon potentially there is a bra or taping technique you could try to use to lower the fold. It's may or may not be successful. If that doesn't work then you may require Revision in 3 to 6 months.Best Regards,Dr Gartner
