I had a breast lift done 2 weeks ago followed by hematoma evacuation surgery. I noticed incision separation which became larger after removing the suture plus pus and some blood discharge on daily dressing. However, My surgeon said it is ok!! Should this area be re-stitched to pull the skin together?? Is it posiible to be infected??
Answer: Breast scar Revision I appreciate your question. I perform a liposuction breast lift that removes tissue from the areas you don't want such as near the armpit and the lower portion hanging near your stomach. Once I use this to shape the breast I then remove the skin to tighten the breast and create a better shape with nice cleavage. Since I perform this less invasively the recovery time is faster. The size would depend on the proportion with your body versus going for a cup size. I sometimes add fat grafting to the upper pole to give more cleavage if needed or wanted.Wait at least 12 months before a scar revision. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery. Best of luck! Dr. Schwartz Board Certified Plastic Surgeon #RealSelf100Surgeon #RealSelfCORESurgeon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Breast scar Revision I appreciate your question. I perform a liposuction breast lift that removes tissue from the areas you don't want such as near the armpit and the lower portion hanging near your stomach. Once I use this to shape the breast I then remove the skin to tighten the breast and create a better shape with nice cleavage. Since I perform this less invasively the recovery time is faster. The size would depend on the proportion with your body versus going for a cup size. I sometimes add fat grafting to the upper pole to give more cleavage if needed or wanted.Wait at least 12 months before a scar revision. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery. Best of luck! Dr. Schwartz Board Certified Plastic Surgeon #RealSelf100Surgeon #RealSelfCORESurgeon
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Answer: Wound Separation at 2 Weeks Post-Op The patient will go home in a bra or with only light dressings over the incision lines. Sutures are dissolvable but an ending knot, if present is removed within 1-2 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days. If your incision is healing and the suture has dissolved, it would be best to take this question directly to have your surgeon examine for proper healing. All surgical procedures carry some degree of risk Any breast operation can result in changes in sensation. This happens less with lifts than reductions but is still possible Occasionally, minor complications occur and do not affect the surgical outcome. Major complications associated with this procedure are rare. The suitability of the breast lift procedure and specific risks may be determined during your consultation. #Hypertrophic or #keloid scars can be a problem. The worst are usually under the breast with an #AnchorLift or inverted “T”. These can be treated like all thickened scars with re-excision, laser, kenalog/5-FU injections, creams, silicone strips and other methods to reduce and improve healing.
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Answer: Wound Separation at 2 Weeks Post-Op The patient will go home in a bra or with only light dressings over the incision lines. Sutures are dissolvable but an ending knot, if present is removed within 1-2 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days. If your incision is healing and the suture has dissolved, it would be best to take this question directly to have your surgeon examine for proper healing. All surgical procedures carry some degree of risk Any breast operation can result in changes in sensation. This happens less with lifts than reductions but is still possible Occasionally, minor complications occur and do not affect the surgical outcome. Major complications associated with this procedure are rare. The suitability of the breast lift procedure and specific risks may be determined during your consultation. #Hypertrophic or #keloid scars can be a problem. The worst are usually under the breast with an #AnchorLift or inverted “T”. These can be treated like all thickened scars with re-excision, laser, kenalog/5-FU injections, creams, silicone strips and other methods to reduce and improve healing.
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December 4, 2016
Answer: Postop wounds It is always tricky to advise without examining you but in general I would let the wounds heal at the moment. The scars will mature and fade with time and any additional scar revisions should only be considered aat the 6-12 month time frame.
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Answer: Postop wounds It is always tricky to advise without examining you but in general I would let the wounds heal at the moment. The scars will mature and fade with time and any additional scar revisions should only be considered aat the 6-12 month time frame.
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November 27, 2016
Answer: Wound separation after Breast lift? I am sorry to hear about your concerns after breast lifting surgery. Separations along incision lines, after breast lifting surgery, can occur (and usually heal over the course of a few weeks). Sometimes removal of unhealthy tissue and/or exposed sutures helps expedite healing. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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Answer: Wound separation after Breast lift? I am sorry to hear about your concerns after breast lifting surgery. Separations along incision lines, after breast lifting surgery, can occur (and usually heal over the course of a few weeks). Sometimes removal of unhealthy tissue and/or exposed sutures helps expedite healing. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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November 26, 2016
Answer: Superficial wound separation Thanks for your question and photo. It appears that you have had a superficial wound separation. At this point, the wound should be allowed to heal and then the scar can be revised if needed. You may find that the scar will heal well and no revision may be needed. Best Regards.
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Answer: Superficial wound separation Thanks for your question and photo. It appears that you have had a superficial wound separation. At this point, the wound should be allowed to heal and then the scar can be revised if needed. You may find that the scar will heal well and no revision may be needed. Best Regards.
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