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What are these veins 6 months PO breast lift with implants?

Lalaxox28Dec 2, 2017
I am 6 months PO from my breast lift with an implant and i am getting a scar revision next month. I have noticed these purple beings under my breast on my scar. What is it and why is it there?

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Dr. Eric E. Wegener, MD
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Answered on Dec 18, 2017
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