Inframammary scars beginning to raise 13 months post op

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Hello! I had a breast augmentation about 13 months ago, and I had the incisions go under my breast. I did about 6 months of silicon gel treatment for the scars. Recently, they’ve started to raise and seem more textured. I was hoping for some insight on what the cause is and what I should do about it? Thanks in advance!

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.
There are options to help with the scars. Micro needling, lasers, etc. Reach out to your surgeon for which procedure is best for you. Best wishes!

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Always best to check with your surgeon. If they can't be reached check with a local surgeon. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Brave89791,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering treatment, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Michael S. Kluska, DO · Answer

Any surgical scar can lead to hypertrophy or keloid scar information especially if it’s under chronic irritation. That said, the best thing to do is to start some form of topical steroid, cream, and or injectable steroid. You should speak with your surgeon sooner than later.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I encourage you to return to your surgeon for an evaluation.  If you have hypertrophic scars there are treatments available including kenalog injections.  At 13 months post op you are also eligible for scar revision if indicated.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You did not submit phots, but I suggest going back to your surgeon and be checked for hypertrophic scarring or keloids. If you have such, steroid injections can be helpful.

Inframammary scars beginning to raise 13 months post op

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