I am 5 weeks post op breast reduction and have an open wound. (Photos)

Hi and thank you for your question! It is normal to have ups and downs after having surgery. You body is adjusting. With every day that passes you should feel better. Speak to your surgeon with these concerns. Take care of yourself, and take the time needed to heal. Best wishes!

Hello and thank you for your question.   Please contact your plastic surgeon and ask him/her specifically their protocol in regards to your concerns.  Best of luck to you!    Best, Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS Harvard educated plastic surgeon Texas “Top Doc” RealSelf100 America’s Top Plastic Su...

Bloating can be a side effect of the anesthesia, swelling, and slow digestion.     A lack of movement due to inactivity can also contribute to this as well. Walk around a little each day to stimulate digestion and appetite. Drink 8 glasses of H2O each day. Our office recommends that our patien...

Dear mk0333, Thank you for your question. For most surgeries, I tell my patient it is okay to travel by airplane at 4 weeks post-op. With that being said, they still have a lifting restriction in place for 6-8 weeks. I advise them to have someone help them carry their bags, especially if...

Dear Freetobeme2018, Thank you for your question. It looks like you have slightly impaired skin integrity. I would recommend treating this with bacitracin and be sure to carefully pat yourself dry after showering. If your bra is contributing to the irritation, I suggest putting a gauze pad in...

I understand that you have a triple D size and you are having back pain. So you definitely need a breast reduction and a lift surgery. This can easily be done even if you are not married and I would encourage you to meet a board certified plastic surgeon near you and discuss the treatment...