I am 3 week post op from my exchange surgery. Had a double mastectomy in feb. I have 700cc implants. I justi got my steri strips off today and i have an indention along the incision line. It was noticeable with the strips on and is still noticable with them off. When my implants settle some more...will my breast round out and even out more? Or will i always have an indentation running width wise along my breasts?
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I am very sorry you are having to go through this. Based on your photos, the skin is very compromised and may not survive. It is difficult to guide you further other than to say that local wound care with antibiotic ointment or comparable is the best thing to do right now. You may need...
Hello and thanks for posting your question.Based on your description, you should be evaluated by your surgeon in person. New onset swelling many months after complete recovery after implant based reconstruction is worrisome for complications such as seroma, hematoma, delayed infection, etc.
Difficult to comment without photos. Pre-pectoral reconstruction is a newer technique with great results in the right patients. I prefer using anatomic shaped implants and don't have my patients massage the implant. Check with your plastic surgeon regarding postoperative instructions. Best, Dr....
