Breast reduction wound has split open and keeps splitting more. How do I stop the incision from opening more? (photos)

March 23, 2019
Asked By:Independent1730 in La Canada Flintridge, CA

I had a breast reduction just over a month ago, and around 2 weeks post op I noticed a small break in the incision, this has now opened up even more to over an inch, and is very painful. I know this is a common complication, but the fact that it keeps splitting even more is worrisome, and I would like it to stop as this is already making my scars way worse (I am only 20 yrs old). Please tell me how I can stop it from splitting even more!!!

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