Is it normal for an incision to be tender and firm 8 weeks after breast augmentation? (Photo)

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I had BA 8 weeks ago, silicone, under, inframammary incision. The incision on my right side feels firm and tender at the edge of it. Left breast has felt fine all along, but right is still a little sore and tight. They look the same (very happy with the result) but this tenderness by the incision is making me a little nervous. I don't see my PS again until 1/20/15. The incisions healed very well.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Incisions can feel tender for weeks and months after surgery. As long as your incisions aren't red, warmer or irritated, they should be okay.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry.  If your plastic surgeon was satisfied that you were healing normally at your last appointment and there has been no change since then, you may simply have some prolonged tenderness.  If you develop new symptoms it would be worthwhile to update the surgeon and they can advise you whether a sooner followup appointment should be made.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your picture. Your incision looks reasonably well. It is not unusual glass some tenderness at this point. Continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon.

Richard J. Brown, MD · Answer

Yes, it is normal to have tenderness and firmness. This can last for many many months and will resolve over the course of a year. The initial firmness will last a good 3-6 months and will get better as all scars mature and re-model for 12 months minimum.

Katherine Feliz Camilo, MD · Answer

It is normal to have tenderness on your incisions up to 6 months post op. Usually by then they start to smooth out . You can use scar creams that help control the redness and discomfort.Best wishes

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