Incision reopening after breast augmentation 1 month ago - should I be worried? (Photo)

Thank you for your question and photograph.  Your photograph indicates a small area that may be an opening where suture material is finding it's way to the skin surface.  This is known as a spitting stitch and generally heals quite well.  My advice is to follow-up with your plastic surgeon for his/her specific instructions.  Good luck.

The problem could be as simple as a necessitating suture but this condition needs to be examined by your surgeon. The sooner the better.

From the photo it appears to be a small stitch area and most likely not an issue but I would suggest you see your physician for an in person evaluation. You do not obviously want even a small open hole unattended. Be careful of your garments and keep in touch with your practice. Best of luck. 

Thank you for your question. It is best to call your surgeon with any post op questions. Be sure to follow all of their post- op instructions. Good luck.

I would rec going to see your surgeon to make sure everything is OK ASAP. Anytime we are talking about a patient with a breast implant device, you want to make sure all incisions are healing without issues, IF the wound opens several weeks after surgery you could have an infection OR yes your garment could be riding on the incision(s) causing the wound to superficially open, either way, best to see your surgeon and make sure it is nothing more than a minor issue. 

Laquenta. I appreciate your concern, however I do not see any signs of infection or significant problems with healing in your photo. It might be a suture spitting, or moving out of your incision. In either case, you should see your plastic surgeon immediately for a complete evaluation. Good luck.

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  It appears that your sports bra was indeed causing irritation at your incision site and may have caused the superficial portion of the incision to subtly open.  I would find either a post surgical garment or other bra that supplies support to your rib cage rather than the undersurface of your breast for the next few weeks so as to avoid any continued problems.  Hope this helps.

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  Based on
your photograph, it does not appear to be infected.  It may be due to the bra rubbing against it.   I recommend
that you maintain close follow-up with your surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Your theory seems to be correct; an overly tight bra can dig into the incision and cause small areas of breakdown. You should avoid any tight compression over the incision until you have the chance to revisit with your surgeon so she or he can examine the incision up close.Hope this helps! Sam Jejurikar, MD

Dear laquentalucas22,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery