I had areola reduction surgery four years ago, and to improve the scars I had co2 laser which ended up making the scars look worse. I applied topical tretinoin and hydroquinone to the scars on the recommendation of my surgeon, but I think the cream got on my areola as I’ve been left with red patches on my areola itself. The photos show the redness - it’s gone down a bit over the last two years, but it’s very slow and I’m worried I’ll be left like this. What can I do to improve the redness?
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Dissolvable sutures are designed to dissolve, and they do so with enzymes from the body which is reactive. Permanent sutures are much less reactive since they are intended to stay. I have not seen a reaction to permanent sutures except for the tissue thinning and the stitch becoming visible.
Dear blahblahsign,
lightening cream probably won't do much and you probably need areola reduction. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel...
The areolae are the stretchy part of your chest skin. If you have a revision, permanent sutures will still be needed and you will have to avoid all lifting with your chest for 2 months.
