Approximately 1 month post-op (25 days to be exact). 23 yr old, healthy BMI non-smoker. Im concerned about the appearance of the scar, originally there was crusting which turned to sloughing. Surgeon said it appeared normal(2wks).Now the crusty old skin hassloughed off left this white appearance. occ sharp pain there, not warm to the touch. Right breast had a lot of residual fluid and i have to massage to break up. Is the incisions healing properly? And is there anything else i could do to help?
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July 3, 2018
Answer: Worried about healing following breast reduction, should i be concerned or is there something I could do?
Hi and thanks for your questions. After reviewing your description and photos, it seems that you potentially would be a good candidate to have a breast reduction and lift using the Bellesoma technique. It appears that you would most likely need a 300 to possibly gram reduction in order to atta...
It seems to be healing normally and is best left uncovered when you are not wearing a bra to allow the scar to dry. Antibiotic cream may be applied to prevent an infection. However, it would be best to consult first with your surgeon as each one has his/her own protocols to follow.
Dear Jbfranz,
Many thanks for your question. Unfortunately the pictures have come out a little blurry and thus do not help advising you that much.
What I would say is that if you have a granulating wound 3 months post-surgery then it sounds like it is struggling to heal....
