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Is it hematoma? Or stitched loose or open?

My second day post op. Silicone300cc, unders. Developed this bruising under one incision. Spoke to my ps, showed him pics. He said it is unusual but nothing unheard of. I am not on any bloodthinners and dont have any medical problems. I am interested in the second opinion.

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Follow up its necessary

November 3rd, 2016
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Two days post op is not time to ask for second opinions and even worst through pictures. Call the doctor assistance and make an appoint for a check up. Good luck.

Ricardo Ventura, MD


Dominican Republic Plastic Surgeon
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November 3rd, 2016

Follow up its necessary

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Two days post op is not time to ask for second opinions and even worst through pictures. Call the doctor assistance and make an appoint for a check up. Good luck.

Ricardo Ventura, MD


Dominican Republic Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 33 reviews

Two days after surgery is not the time for a "Second Opinion"

October 31st, 2016
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You selected a plastic surgeon, went for a consultation, obtained informed consent, and scheduled and payed for your surgical procedure. You then underwent the procedure that you selected 2 days ago. Do you think it is safe or wise to trust  "second opinions" from other plastic surgeons 48 hours AFTER your procedure?

Complications are a risk after any surgical procedure. There are both early and late complications. For your safety, early complications should be addressed in a face to face consultation with your operating surgeon, not on the RealSelf forum. 

Caroline Glicksman, MD
October 31st, 2016

Two days after surgery is not the time for a "Second Opinion"

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You selected a plastic surgeon, went for a consultation, obtained informed consent, and scheduled and payed for your surgical procedure. You then underwent the procedure that you selected 2 days ago. Do you think it is safe or wise to trust  "second opinions" from other plastic surgeons 48 hours AFTER your procedure?

Complications are a risk after any surgical procedure. There are both early and late complications. For your safety, early complications should be addressed in a face to face consultation with your operating surgeon, not on the RealSelf forum. 

Caroline Glicksman, MD

See your surgeon

October 29th, 2016
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I agree that the appearance is unusual. You should see your BCPS in-person as soon as possible to confirm his/her tentative diagnosis. 


DrBurnett#realself100

Carlos Burnett, MD, FACS
October 29th, 2016

See your surgeon

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I agree that the appearance is unusual. You should see your BCPS in-person as soon as possible to confirm his/her tentative diagnosis. 


DrBurnett#realself100

Carlos Burnett, MD, FACS

Hematoma ?

October 29th, 2016
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It is hard to say if you have a hematoma without examining your breasts. There is obvious bruising by the armpit incision. Best of luck.

Web reference: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/breast/breast-augmentation/

Steven Wallach, MD
October 29th, 2016

Hematoma ?

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It is hard to say if you have a hematoma without examining your breasts. There is obvious bruising by the armpit incision. Best of luck.

Learn more: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/breast/breast-augmentation/

Steven Wallach, MD

Breast evaluation

October 29th, 2016
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Hello and thank you for your question. It is difficult to determine from the picture alone.  I recommend seeing your surgeon for an in-person evaluation.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Richard G. Reish, MD
October 29th, 2016

Breast evaluation

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Hello and thank you for your question. It is difficult to determine from the picture alone.  I recommend seeing your surgeon for an in-person evaluation.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Richard G. Reish, MD

Is it hematoma? Or stitched loose or open after transaxillary breast augmentation?

October 29th, 2016
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Thank you for your question.   You need and in person examination by her plastic surgeon to determine if there is a problem with wound closure or bleeding.  Unfortunately photographs us do not transmit the proper information.  Please see your surgeon and do not rely on Internet advice.

Web reference: http://www.bostonplasticsurgeryspecialists.com/services/breast-surgery/breast-augmentation/

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS
October 29th, 2016

Is it hematoma? Or stitched loose or open after transaxillary breast augmentation?

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Thank you for your question.   You need and in person examination by her plastic surgeon to determine if there is a problem with wound closure or bleeding.  Unfortunately photographs us do not transmit the proper information.  Please see your surgeon and do not rely on Internet advice.

Learn more: http://www.bostonplasticsurgeryspecialists.com/services/breast-surgery/breast-augmentation/

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS

Hematoma?

October 29th, 2016
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You have already done the correct thing in contacting your PS. Stay on it. If you have concerns, make sure you continue to address them with your PS. I cannot conclude anything from your photos. Best of luck to you. 

James E. Chappell, MD
October 29th, 2016

Hematoma?

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You have already done the correct thing in contacting your PS. Stay on it. If you have concerns, make sure you continue to address them with your PS. I cannot conclude anything from your photos. Best of luck to you. 

James E. Chappell, MD

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