How Much Incision Leakage is Normal After a Breast Lift and Augmentation?

It’s not unusual for
patient’s to have small areas of incisional breakdown following breast lift
surgery.This situation is often
accompanied by serous drainage from the wound.This fluid is often straw colored and passes through the area of
breakdown.In most cases, these wounds
heal without difficulty and the drainage stops.Although there doesn’t appear to be any evidence that
this wound is infected, this situation can change rapidly.If fluid can get out, bacteria can get
in.For this reason, it’s important to
consult your surgeon as soon as possible.Your surgeon may perform an ultrasound study to rule out the presence of
a seroma.Since you have a breast
implant, he may elect to start prophylactic antibiotics.By taking this approach, more significant
complications can be avoided.

That is a great question. It is normal to have some very minimal spotting of  blood for about a week, however, it is completely abnormal to have any more leakage after that. Leakage of any pus coloring along with pain can be a sign of infection. It is crucial that you contact your surgeon immediately and inform him/her of your issue so that the appropriate treatment can be started immediately. I hope this has helped.

Thank you for the question and pictures.

At this stage in your recovery (5 days after surgery),  the drainage you demonstrate is somewhat worrisome. Direct evaluation by your plastic surgeon is indicated.  His/her office will be a better setting as opposed to the emergency room.

Best wishes.