I have very ugly and painful scarring even 14 months after my surgery. How can I improve the situation? (photos)

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Hi, I had my surgery 14 months ago. As you can see the scars are in a very bad spot plus I get soreness and pain in them frequently. They are red and causing me a lot of distress and depression. I did not leave on good terms with my surgeon and don't want her doing anything to them. What options could I possibly pursue to help the appearance and pain? The scars are also raised slightly especially on the ends.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Forceful856458,
I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

Based on your photos, it appears that you likely had a very short nipple to fold distance prior to surgery. When the incision is planned in the natural breast fold in this situation (particularly with an oversized implant), the implant can stretch out the lower pole of the breast tissue and displace the scar and natural breast fold onto the now lower pole of the breast. Essentially, it appears that the incision may have ben planned not low enough and the implant placed was too large. Regardless, this a complex problem that should be evaluated and treated by a very experienced plastic surgeon in complex breast revision surgeries. Your treatment would require scar revision with explantation followed by future implant placement with an appropriate size implant.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question! There are lots of good options for scars. I would suggest laser or microneedling to help the scars along. Good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There are many over the counter creams and silicone strips that you can try to improve the look of your scars.  You can consider also laser treatments for the scars or scar revision surgery.

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. If you have already tried scar massage and scar cream for at least 6 months, I would suggest laser treatment or scar revision. I hope this helps.

I have very ugly and painful scarring even 14 months after my surgery. How can I improve the situation? (photos)

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