Im 9 months post op for breast lift. My incision where the T meets is extremely painful to touch. Whenever I touch it, it's a sharp pain that stings. If I hold my breast up it sort of feels like it's pulling on something. Is this pain normal almost a year after surgery?
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Thank you for your question. Depending on the degree of ptosis (sagging) you’re experiencing, an anchor lift may or may not be your best option. Generally, a breast lift allows for nipple sensation and the milk ducts to remain intact, so breastfeeding will most likely not be affected. However, w...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
Wow, you look like you have a very nice result!The answer to your question depends on the type of stitches used. Some stitches like fast absorb gut or Vicryl Rapide dissolve within a week or two. Other stitches such as Vicryl or Monocryl, a few months and some like PDS, 6 - 9 months. You sho...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
It is hard to believe that wounds like this will eventually heal but they will unless there is some underlying problem like infection or severe malnutrition. I would advise you to see a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery for wound treatment and monitoring. Plastic s...
