Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underBreast Reduction q&a

After my breast reduction (1000 grams removed 2 weeks ago) I've noticed a few things. (Photos)

nmartin99Jan 8, 2017
Itchy breast flaky skin on breast Surgical tape unraveling (I can see the incision) Yellow discharge from exposed incision (not smelly or hot) Are these normal?

Answers (1)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Jeffrey G. Lind II, MD profile photo
Dr. Jeffrey G. Lind II, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.8 | 33 Reviews
Answered on Jan 16, 2017
Answer
🔗 Link
1 person found this helpful

More Breast Reduction Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Tom J. Pousti, MD

Thank you for the question. You will find that there is no "standard" or general consensus when it comes to  the concern of "side boob" with breast reduction surgery.  Generally speaking, many patients undergoing breast reduction surgery are also concerned about “excess” skin and/or adipo...

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Fatih Ceran, MD - Account Suspended

It is possible after breast surgery. The area you showed is triangular area sutured under nipple. skin necrosis may occur after the procedure. If you are smoker, probability is very high. so the reason is partial necrosis and subsequent recovery. There is no problem i think. The only thing you...

+1 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Brian Windle, MD (retired)

Surgeons vary widely on what they recommend for post operative recovery from a procedure like a breast reduction.  I use a rapid recovery technique that allows you to get back to the gym within days.  I have added a video of a woman who reviews her experience with a breast reduction for you. ...

+5 answers
See all Breast Reduction Q&A
See more Breast Reduction Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE BREAST REDUCTION GUIDE →