I got implants with breast lift I am 2 weeks post op. My dr. Has left the tapes on and are supposed to be removed this week. I have been noticing a slight smell on my right boob, today I saw it was leaking some fluid / dark maybe serous sanguineous seems to be. I can’t see what it is because there is tape covering it. I called my dr. Right away and I am seeing him tomorrow , but he mentioned it sounds like fat necrosis. I don’t know what to expect can someone explain
4 photos
Answers (3)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Thanks so much for your photo and great question. It is not uncommon for a suture to make it's way through the skin post surgery. A "pimple" like irritation may form, redness or even perhaps discomfort. Feel free to contact your surgeon's office to have them remove or perhaps snip flush to the...
Congratulations on your most recent surgery!You are still in the early stages of recovery. There can be irregularities and changes up to 3 months. In some cases even 6 months - 1 year. Once things settle out around 3 months, I recommend discussing with your surgeon if the problem doesn't improve...
Dear CurvyE,
Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Breast implant sizing is a combination of current versus desired breast size, chest wall and breast measurements, and skin and subcutaneous tissue quality. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when...