breast reduction/lift and implants done 4 weeks ago through the areola. Is this dehiscence? Is it normal/expected? Suggestions?

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Hello, I had a breast reduction/lift and implants done 4 weeks ago through the areola. The sutures were removed about a week ago and I started to notice some separation of the skin from the areola that’s not really getting better. It doesn’t hurt much, just some pulling/burning sensation. It feels like an abrasion. I clean it every day and apply antiobiotic ointment and some other cream (to promote healing) as instructed by my PS (he’s outside of the U.S). What am I doing wrong? Is this normal?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi mimimi13,
  
I understand your concern. While it is common to have a superficial separation of the wound at the incision site following a breast lift surgery, this must be closely monitored and make sure it does not become infected. You should follow your plastic surgeon's post operative wound care management instructions. 
  
If you are concerned, it is best that you visit your plastic surgeon to have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
  
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

are common and will heal with TLC as you appear to be doing.  If you want to be seen, your surgeon should have another surgeon covering the practice and you can ask to be seen by the covering doctor.  Surgeons in the US simply cannot just close shop and disappear on vacation without arranging for some kind of coverage.  As for scar products, if your incision is staying a fine line, you probably don't need it... but if you want to be proactive and treat, even if it may not happen, continue with your scar product.

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