I had a breast reduction almost 5 months ago. Are these spitting sutures normal? (Photo)

August 15, 2021
Asked By:Brazybee in Miami, Florida

I had breast reduction surgery may 28 almost 5 months ago I am completely recovered, however, my dissolvable stitches which I assume are not dissolving ,keep causing tiny openings on my skin and poking out, burning, and soreness where the sutures are,The skin is almost Keloid like, however I am not prone to keloid skin. Should I go get them removed to avoid scaring complications? Or should I wait ?

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August 24, 2021

Answer: I had a breast reduction almost 5 months ago. Are these spitting sutures normal? (Photo)

August 24, 2021

Answer: I had a breast reduction almost 5 months ago. Are these spitting sutures normal? (Photo)

August 23, 2021

Answer: Yes, you should see your surgeon

August 23, 2021

Answer: Yes, you should see your surgeon

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