I am almost three weeks post op from my breast reduction. I feel great for the most part! However I am concerned because I still have a lot of scabbing on my right breast (on the "T" inscision). My surgeon explained that he removed quite a bit more from my right breast. Could this be a result of slower healing? What is the normal duration to keep scabs? I have an appointment with him in two weeks, should I make an appointment before then?
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Answer: Is this amount of scabbing normal three weeks after a breast reduction?
I am sorry to hear about the complications you have experienced. Online consultants, without much for information, will not be able to provide you with a meaningful assessment when it comes to the specific cause(s) of the wound healing problems. I can tell you that these wounds go on to he...
After breast reduction you have to wait 3-6 months for the breast and nipples reach their final shape and position... If still you are concerned about the uneven nipple size at that time, talk to you surgeon about the possibility of a nipple revision... Always seek certified plastic surgeons,...
Dear missrosiex,I close my incisions in 5 layers and take stitches out week one and week two. I don't recommend absorbable sutures because they cause inflammation that worsens scars. Then we tape your incisions once a week for 6 weeks. Lastly we start you on a 3 month topical scar management ...