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Fluid Filled Bump 7 Months After Breast Reduction on Incision Line? (photo)

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new life changeMay 6, 2012
October 6th 2011 I had my breast reduction and have healed pretty well considering I havent used any oils or creams to fade my scars... but now I have this small (about the size of an eraser on a pencil) bump that seems to be filled with fluid. I have tried to pop it, though i know I should leave it alone but i cant sorry... and it will not pop... it worries me but the surgeon is just too far to drive to see right now financially. what could it be?

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Dr. Vladimir Milovic, MD, FRACS
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