Is my incision infected? Breast augmentation 5 weeks post op (Photo)

From the picture alone, it seems to be a dissolvable stitch which has worked its way to the surface. At least from the picture, there does not appear to be an infection. However, you must see your plastic surgeon because the only way to say for sure is with a physical exam. Call their office today and set up an appointment and voice your concerns.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Thanks for reaching out.  At this point during your recovery process your incisions should be well healed.  Likely you have a suture that is being spit out.  If it was infected you would be more red and in more pain.  That being said a spitting suture can definitely get infected. It is really important that you go see you surgeon right away so he can evaluate you in person.I hope this helps :)

Hopefully, the small amount of fluid is blood serous fluid. Seek attention of your board certified plastic surgeon as soon as possible.

I would recommend seeing your plastic surgeon, but by photo alone it appears that your incision is immature, red, and the area where a suture knot would be (the end) is slightly more red.  This would be normal for a scar that is 5 weeks old.

It is rare on healthy young women to get any kind of an infection after breast augmentation.  I agree with below that it is most likely suture related.  Go and see your surgeon and they can evaluate your incision.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi, MD