Seeing yellow in stitch area. Is this normal? (Photo)

Hello,A small amount of yellow or bloody discharge is not uncommon after a breast lift or reduction.  It usually resolves in a few days and will be checked by your surgeon in the early post-operative period.  If the drainage increases, turns green or opaque  and  is accommodated by pain and redness of the skin, it could signal infection.  Follow-up with your surgeon to ensure the discharge is not threatening.Warm regards,Dr. Pedy Ganchi                                                                                                                                               Village Plastic Surgery   

It is not uncommon to have a discharge of various colors for up to three weeks after breast lift surgery. But when concerned, it’s always a good idea to keep your surgeon in the loop. To read more, click on the link below.
Dr. Ted Eisenberg
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

It is not unusual to see a small amount of spotty drainage a week after surgery. Yellow drainage can be normal. Green drainage could signal an infection. Call your surgeon and discuss your concerns with them.