Small hole open 4.5 weeks post BLBA? (Photos)

Thank you for your question and photo.   You appear to have a small area of slow healing that appears clean and healthy.  This happens from time to time, usually from a small suture underneath that becomes inflamed. This will generally heal well with local wound care using vaseline or a topical antibiotic ointment.  I understand that this can be concerning, but I would not worry that it is an emergency.  Best to follow up with your doctor at the next available visit so they can examine you and instruct you on proper wound care.  Good luck.  

Hi. Thank you for your question. In my experience this kind of problems happen some times caused by a reaction at some point and it`s nothing to worry about. It is very important that you keep it clean and consult with your plastic surgeon for follow up.

HEALING AFTER BREAST
SURGERY, AUGMENTATION, LIFTS

1.   
pain is variable

2.   
it takes 2-3 months for implants to settle and muscles to relax

3.   
celebrex, motrin, and muscle relaxers can help

4.   
massage and stretching may help

5.   
everyone heals differently

6.   
4-7 days off from work is common

HEALING OF SENSORY NERVES: Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear
with time and should not alarm you, indicate regeneration of the sensory
nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage helps.

ASYMMETRY: The two breasts commonly heal quite differently. One
breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial
shape. After complete healing, they will be more similar and natural. You must
have patience, but if this causes concern, ask questions of the doctor or the
nursing staff.

SHAPE AND CONTOUR: The final shape of your breasts will start to look its
best approximately three (3) months after surgery. It takes time for the skin
and muscle to stretch and relax around the new implant. The breast will often
look higher, firmer, and “less natural” in the first three (3) months. It can
take up to a year to see your final result.

FOLLOW-UP EXAMS: These are generally done in 1 week, 2 to 3
weeks, 3 to 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months to 1 year, and 1-2 year intervals. In
our office we include all of your follow up appointments in the initial
surgical fee.

While the incisions and scars need to be cared for with caution, an opening that has occurred deserves the attention of your plastic surgeon. It would be best to contact for an immediate visit to have the incision examined and make sure that healing is going well or if something needs to be corrected. Good luck.