Breast not healing well, using a&d ointment. Should I use something else?

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My breast are not healing the same. My right breast had an infection yet it is not scarring well. I have been using vitamin a&d ointment on my scar tissue areas. Should I use something else?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast Healing Following Breast SurgeryWithout more information, it is difficult to provide more detailed help. I usually do not use this ointment    for healed incisions,
 Biocorneum, Kelocote, Scarguard or silicone strips can help. For
early healing, antibiotics like Bacitracin are more common.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Be sure to consult your plastic surgeon for advice on scar management.There are many options available to treat scars after rest augmentation including silicon sheeting and 1540 laser.

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