My Mastopexy was over a year ago. The breasts are not symmetric but that does not bother me as much as the dog ears that itch and cause me pain to the extent that if my upper arm touches against it. I'm looking to understand how the actual removal of this excess skin might feel as it will be done by local anesthetic. I still have to do blood tests, chest X-ray,EKG and urine test. Of course I am nerrvous about it but the procedure is scheduled for 22 October so I have time to mull in my mind.
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Thank you for your question; it's one that many young women are likely curious about. Although breast reduction can be performed at any age, I would caution against having surgery as young as 16 because your breasts may not be done developing. If you have surgery early, your breasts could...
Thank you for your question. Red, ropey, lumpy or irritated scars 4 months after a dermal mastopexy or breast lift are unusual and a sign of abnormal wound healing.
While all plastic surgical scars can be pink for 7 months on average the typical breast lift scars go from red for the...
This is a deep suture that has not dissolved and worked its way to the surface. They can cause pain and localized infection, so I would call your plastic surgeon to evaluate and remove the problematic suture.
I wish you a safe recovery.
Dr. Gill
