Why do I still have this red bruise at 3 weeks post op? (Photo)

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I just saw my doctor two days ago to get my stitches removed. He did not seem concerned about the red marks above the incision on my left breast. He called it a bruise and said it would probably go away. I would like some more opinions on it. Is it a bruise? Could it be a stretch marks? Why is it still red after 3 weeks? How can I get it to go away as quickly as possible?

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

I wouldn't be too concerned since it is still early.  I recommend arnica and minimize alcohol.  I also recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Matthew J. Nykiel, MD · Answer

Hello and Great Question.  I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure.  My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel.  I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Cosmetic Breast Augmentation Specialist.
It is difficult to say exactly without proper examination but it certainly looks like a bruise.  You ares till very early on in your healing processes so bruising can be and is very normal. I would recommend following your surgeons recommendations and following up with them. I hope that helps!  Best of Luck!
Matthew J. Nykiel, MD
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Breast Augmentation Specialist
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It looks to be a bruise under the breast but without an in person evaluation difficult to say for sure.  Bruises can sometimes take a few weeks to completely go away.  I would recommend following your surgeons recommendations and following up with them.  Best of luck to you.

Himansu Shah, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and photo. It is difficult to answer your question without examining you however from reviewing your photo it can be bruise. It is best to follow your board certified plastic surgeon’s advice. Good luck.

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

It is difficult to say exactly but it certainly looks like a bruise, specially if that is what your surgeon says after examining you.All bruises will go away in time and it is not uncommon to have a small area like you have 3 weeks out.Be patient and continue with your surgeons follow up and recommendations.Hope that helps.

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