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Hello. Great question. However, with out any pictures, it is difficult to properly to address your concerns. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed surgical plan to achieve your desired results.
Dear Dreams525,this type of wound is not uncommon after breast lift. It is usually caused by poor blood flow and increased tension. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon, follow your surgeon's instructions and keep your wound clean and covered. It can take few weeks or months for wound to fully heal. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Thank you for your question. This area tends to be the weakest part of a breast lift. It's where all the tension is. Normally this area heals very well. I would suggest following up with your surgeon and following their recommendation on how to care for it. Best of luck to you.
Thank you for your question. The area where all the scars meet in a breast lift is a common place for wound breakdown. This typically heals with local wound care. I recommend you follow up with your surgeon so he may evaluate you in person. Best of luck.
Call your surgeon immediately and ask to be seen now. Your implant is eroding through your breast skin and will get infected if not treated quickly. It may need to be removed.
Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) I'm sorry that you're having trouble after your surgery. Wound healing complications are not uncommon after breast lift/reduction surgery. Local wound care is the treatment. Be patient, and follow up closely with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.
From the photos you provided, it unfortunately appears that your implant may be exposed. If this is the case, then it will need to be removed for at least 3-4 months after which it can then be replaced. I would reach out to your Plastic Surgeon ASAP and let him/her know about this and proceed a...
Although this may not be an issue, it would be a good idea to see your surgeon for an assessment just to be safe.
Dear Lucy J, numbness is very common. It depends on the operation but often times sensation can return in a couple of weeks, a year, or not at all. Nipple sensation itself is very important and can sometimes be lost with breast surgery. This is often mentioned in the risks of the...
You are early on in your recovery after surgery. Please allow a couple of months before assessing your results.
Hello. Great question. Thank you for your pictures. I will suggest, calling or emailing your surgeon with more images to receive follow up instructions. Good luck with your recovery.
At this point please keep in contact with your surgeon and follow their care instructions closely. Although there may be no infection, it’s crucial to keep the area clean to prevent one from happening.
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