What are the white spots in open wound due to necrosis after breast lift/augmentation? (Photo)

March 21, 2015
Asked By:Anony8851 in Florida, FL

I see my doctor regularly, but I forgot to ask at my last appointment -- what are the non-red white spots in the wound? Is this an indication of healing or non-healing?

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March 25, 2015

Answer: Breast Augmentation Complication

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March 25, 2015

Answer: Breast Augmentation Complication

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March 26, 2015

Answer: Open Wound

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March 26, 2015

Answer: Open Wound

March 24, 2015

Answer: What are the white spots

March 24, 2015

Answer: What are the white spots

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March 24, 2015

Answer: Post-OP BBA

March 24, 2015

Answer: Post-OP BBA

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