Breasts have turned highlighter yellow color? Its my 5th day from having surgery. (photo)

Question

I had no bruising at all until I woke up today with bright yellow skin and a purplish looking mark underneath my right breast. Why is this all if a sudden and what is it.

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

It certainly is the later stages of bruising.  Meaning that some of the blood that may have been apparent under the skin has now been absorbed and is turning the skin the color you see.I would just follow up with your plastic surgeon to make sure everything is going in the right direction.Hope that helps.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello canadeah Swelling and bruising will subside during the first week after surgery and will be controlled by pain medication. The initial surgical tapes will be removed a few weeks after surgery during a post-operative visit. Patients typically may return to a work a few days after surgery (only a light workload during the first two weeks). Showers are permitted on post op day #3 if there are no drains. #post-op #lift

Eileen Summer Black, MD · Answer

That looks like typical bruising that you see after surgery.  It is common not to see it until a few days after surgery because it takes a few days for the blood to come to the surface and change colors (break down).  Follow up with your surgeon if you have any concerns and best of luck.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

What you are seeing is likely bruising and this is common after the procedure.  Check with your surgeon if you have increased pain or swelling.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You are seeing some later stages of bruising which is not uncommon. Please let your surgeon check you if you notice any swelling or increase pain.

Breasts have turned highlighter yellow color? Its my 5th day from having surgery. (photo)

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