Had a breast lift 16 days ago. I am wondering if this is normal healing? (Photo)

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My right breast is continuing to ooze yellow fluid and is tender and red around the area. The breast itself looks fine aside from right at the incision. I went back to the doctor who said there was nothing to worry about. I'm still concerned as there is now a bump under my breast. I've had one prior augmentation and lift so do have implants already in place but just received a lift this time around.

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

It's unclear to see what is happening around your incision. It's possible that you just have a loss of epidermal layer of the skin, in which case local care can help this heal on its own. However, if the implant is exposed, then another operation might be involved.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, Your implant is that bump, which is placing pressure on a wound that is not as secure as regular breast tissue with overlying skin. This could become a big problem.  Given the close proximity of the implant to the wound, and if physical examination doesn't reveal implant exposure now, then antibiotics may be warranted, as well as careful wet to dry dressing changes. Best of luck!

Austin Hayes, MD · Answer

It appears that you had an anchor breast lift, which has a T-shaped incision on the lower part of your breast. Wound healing problems can occur at the T-junction, but I would not describe it as "normal healing." Make sure you have a clear understanding of how your surgeon would like you to take care of this open wound. Most surgeons will have you wash the area twice daily with soap and water, cover with moist gauze (or ointment), and a clean dressing. Small wounds typically heal over the course of 2-3 weeks.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your picture and questions. I would not refer to this as "normal" healing. You have what appears to be an area of wound dehiscence or poor wound healing that has resulted in an open wound. This area needs to be followed closely and you should follow your surgeon's advice regarding wound care. This will likely get worse before it gets better but you need to keep a close eye on the area if there is an underlying implant.Best of luck!

Nathan Eberle, MD, DDS, FACS · Answer

to have some small wounds when undergoing a breast lift procedure. With some TLC and recs from your surgeon things usually turn out just fine.

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Answer: Had a breast lift 16 days ago. I am wondering if this is normal healing?

Answer: Not uncommon

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