Large Dark/almost Black Area After Breast Reduction?

Thank you for the question.

Based on your description, you may be experiencing bruising or blistering along the incision line after the breast reduction surgery. These tend to be self-limiting “problems” and will dissipate over the next few weeks.

Hopefully you're not experiencing problems with blood flow to the issues in this area.  This may result in tissue necrosis and/or poor wound healing.

As always, it is best for you to be evaluated in person by your plastic surgeon for precise diagnosis and advice.

Best wishes.

What you are describing sounds like a dark bruise (blood seeped into the tissues).  You should be examined by your plastic surgeon to ensure that this area is healing well and that it will not open up.

Sincerely,

Martin Jugenburg, MD

It sounds like you have had some blistering along the vertical incision after a breast reduction.  This is not uncommon.  However, you should bring it to the attention of your Plastic Surgeon soon.  He or she will want to know so that you can start on the appropriate topical care (cream etc) if needed.  You will have the best outcome if this is addressed in a timely fashion.