Small hole in T section 6 weeks after breast lift- is it gonna heal by itself? I am scared it will grow bigger. (photos)

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I had my implants removed and got breast lift exacyly 6 weeks ago. I was healing very well, until yesterda whan I noticed some pus discharge on mu bra from the Section where the two scars meet, in the T. So, I read that it might be my sustures coming out, or an infection. There is a small hole, with some pus. What to do to avoid this getting bigger. Is this a reason of concern? Do I need to contact my PS for it? Thank you!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Superficial separation of incision lines happen occasionally after breast lifting operations. Most of the time these incisions go on to heal nicely without further intervention (except possible suture removal).  Generally, close follow-up with the plastic surgeon involved is important to help with management of the incision line, removal of any deeper sutures that may delay healing, antibiotic coverage if necessary and evaluation of the wound  for signs of infection..I hope this helps.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

While this isn't highly concerning, it is best to contact your surgeon to discuss it.  If it is a suture end it can be addressed quickly in the office and the area then tends to heal nicely.  Your surgeon will advise you how to properly care for the small open area.  Until you speak with her/him keep the area clean and dry.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, please contact your surgeon and ask to be seen. This may be from dissolving sutures not dissolving well, but you do want to avoid any infection. Your surgeon can check you and give you the best advice.

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

A small area of wound healing problem could be a suture reaction. See your plastic surgeon, if it is the suture then he/she can remove the suture, clean the wound and give you instruction on wound care and follow up till you are healed.

Alan M. Engler, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

As long as you don't have an implant, it should heal well on its own.  (It may do so even if you have an implant but there are, in that case, additional concerns).You should talk to your own plastic surgeon about this as only he or she knows exactly what was done, and what tissues are involved.  It looks like it will heal well on its own, but that's not a determination that can be made via this forum.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf500

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