Is this what spitting out a suture looks like? 1 month and 2 weeks since breast augmentation and perilift surgery. (photo)

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The past two days I noticed this pimple and I thought it would go away but it popped and now I have a tiny hole. I think I got all the gunk out. Yuck. What do I do now? Should I sterilize it with peroxide and then apply neosporin and gauze? I hope this doesn’t happen with all the sutures. I’m very squeamish and I prefer not to see small deep holes in my body. How many of these spitting sutures are expected?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear 66vivasaguir,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but based on your photo, it looks like spitting suture. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
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Tim Sayed, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

This photo does suggest a spitting suture, which may have mild infection (referred to as a suture abscess). If the suture can be removed, the surgeon will usually do so in order to accelerate the healing. The problem occurs if the offending suture is a permanent stitch that is important to support of the perilift, in which case removal could result in stretching of the areola. Your surgeon can usually tell which type of suture is causing the issue and whether removal is straightforward or not. Do not self-treat the wound without getting your surgeon's instructions after examination in the office.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Sorry for your problem and you should see your surgeon ASAP and be evaluated in person to prevent further complications Dr Corbin

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