I had a breast aug a year ago in March and have another scheduled next month. For some reason my body does not like dissolving stitches and I had a pretty big one fester up and then I realize there is a scab on it so I washed the area with hibiclens and applied germ shield on it. I’ve had (4) surgeries in the last two years 3 of them because I got an infection after the original surgery and I am just scared at this point. Also my nipple is not normal I know due to complications.
February 17, 2023
Answer: Spitting stitches Dear Jubilant643931, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 17, 2023
Answer: Spitting stitches Dear Jubilant643931, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 24, 2023
Answer: Spitting sutures one year post op You probably have a permanent suture that is causing inflammation (not necessarily infection). A permanent pursestring suture around the areola is often used with a circumareolar technique (i. e. Benelli mastopexy) and occasionally it will become inflamed and needs to be removed. It does not dissolve or absorb. It can usually be removed in the office with a small amount of local anesthesia.
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February 24, 2023
Answer: Spitting sutures one year post op You probably have a permanent suture that is causing inflammation (not necessarily infection). A permanent pursestring suture around the areola is often used with a circumareolar technique (i. e. Benelli mastopexy) and occasionally it will become inflamed and needs to be removed. It does not dissolve or absorb. It can usually be removed in the office with a small amount of local anesthesia.
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