my incisions split 4 days ago, I'm now 15 days PO after a full anchor lift with sub-muscular silicone implants. The hole is getting bigger. There is no pain (just stinging when washed), no redness, and the drainage doesn't smell bad. My Dr keeps assuring me it's common, and it will heal to just keep it clean and covered, but it's getting worse. I'm concerned and want to make sure I'm Taking care of this right. How long will it take to see improvement?
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August 4, 2015
Answer: I have an inverted T open after Breast lift. Any suggestions?
In most cases, nipple erection will return following a breast lift. However, this may take several weeks or even several months. As the skin relaxes, the tightness around the nipples will subside and the position of the nipples may also drop a bit. Give things time to settle...
Dear Jessie,
Thank you for your question. Although there are different ways to "secure" breast tissue internally - there have been some problems associated with each. Using sutures to stitch breast tissue together or suturing it to muscle typically doesn't work - here is why. If you are familiar...
Thank you for your question about your breast lift.Please do not tell your teenagers about your breast lift -Most teens have no discretion and with the best intentions, all their friends are likely to know as well.It gets worse from there - I have seen it happen to my own patients who told their...