Hole at T junction. What is the best thing I can do to promote healing? (photo)

Question

I had a breast lift with implants using anchor incisions. I am 2 weeks post op and have developed a small hole under my breast. It is leaking yellow liquid that is odourless. I'm very very scared about this. I have spoken to my Surgeon who gave antibiotics and advised to keep it clean and observe it. He said it should heal by itself but I am still extremely scared. My other breast is healing very well.

Joel M. Stewart, Jr., MD · Answer

It is not uncommon for this area to have delayed healing. Frequent follow ups with your surgeon are important during this time to ensure proper healing.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.
  
I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history, how you are healing at this time and recommend appropriate wound care management.
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.
  
Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.
  
Best of luck!
  
Dr. Schwartz
  
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  
#RealSelf100Surgeon

Samuel Lin, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes the T junction at the base of the incisions is a common area for openings to develop which in the vast majority of time do heal in time; would continue to check with your surgeon

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is hard to see what is at the base of the wound. If the implant is exposed then you will likely need it removed. Otherwise if the implant is not exposed then local wound care should be fine.

M. Dean Vistnes, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Contact your surgeons office and schedule a follow to have this examined in person. The office staff is your best resource at this point. Best wishes.
Dean Vistnes, MD. 
Vistnes Plastic Surgery
San Francisco Bay 
#drdeanvistnes #realself #breastaugmentation

Hole at T junction. What is the best thing I can do to promote healing? (photo)

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Answer: Implant and "T" incision

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Answer: In person exam

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