How long does it take for the open wounds under my right breast to heal? (Photo)

September 29, 2015
Asked By:NPGISOO in Burbank, CA

I had my operation in august 27th (4 weeks) Now its been 1 week that I see this big open wound under my right breast Its very red and I tried to use ointment and keep it xlean with soap and water and change dressing couple of times per day It started a little bit itching It looks like it doesnt want to heal I had some yellow tissues and blood coming from it First how long it will take to heal and second what are my options to make it leave less scar on my skin It looks horrible in the picture

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September 30, 2015

Answer: How long does it take for the open wounds under my right breast to heal?

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Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 30, 2015

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Afshin Parhiscar, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 30, 2015

Answer: How long does it take for the open wounds under my right breast to heal?

Afshin Parhiscar, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 30, 2015

Answer: Triple point scar breakdown

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 30, 2015

Answer: Triple point scar breakdown

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 4, 2015

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Answer: Wounds after reduction/mastopexies

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