Delayed wound healing after breast lift (Photo)

Hello Me127,Have you thought about giving your surgeon a call so he/she can evaluate the wound with you and answer your questions??  There is no point in being paranoid, just call your doctor and make an appointment.With that said, delayed wounds heal from the sides to the center.  The skin margins may look darker and the center is usually pink and can bleed a little bit.  The "yellow" that people often describe as "pus" is usually a fibrin material that is part of the healing process.  Over time, the open area shrinks and the skin margins unite.These wounds can become infected for a variety of reasons which is why frequent follow up is helpful, both for guiding your wound care and for clinical monitoring.  If the wound is infected, the yellow can be a sign of that infection as opposed to the healthy fibrin.Communicating your concerns with your surgeon and following up with an appointment is the appropriate next step.In good health,Ellen Mahony, MD

I appreciate your question.



The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.  Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery.



 



Best of luck!



   



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Basically, after a breast lift,
the patient will go home in a bra or with only light dressings
over the incision lines. Sutures are dissolvable but an ending knot, if present
is removed within 1-2 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral
medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days.

Now, since your wound/scar doesn't seem to be healing it would be best to visit your surgeon for a follow-up to check the area for a potential infection or any other problems with the healing process. Good luck!