What are these red spots on my breasts? I have breast implants, is my skin stretching? (photo)

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I have had breast implants for 10+ years. I see these red spots on both breast and I am afraid it’s my skin stretching and will eventually create a hole. Should I be concerned ? I had my breast revised twice in 2015.

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

If you have had implants for 10+ years, I would not be concerned that they are related to the implants. I suggest seeing a Dermatologist.  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

William S. Umansky, MD · Answer

The red marks on your breasts look to be angiomas. These are most likely unrelated to your breast augmentation, as angiomas are harmless skin lesions which are easily treated by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist. You have nothing to worry about as far as your implants making a hole in your breast tissue. If you have further concerns, I recommend making an appointment with a reputable plastic surgeon to discuss treatment options. Best of luck.

Scott Reis, MD · Answer

Great question daphj. Based on your photos included, the small red spots appear to be cherry angiomas which are benign areas is the skin where the very small blood vessels (capillaries) proliferate, thus causing the skin to appear red and sometimes slightly raised. Cherry angiomas are totally benign and do not transform into cancer, and can typically easily be treated by a quick, easy and  painless vascular laser procedure which causes the spots to shrink and disappear. If you notice the areas changing in size, shape or color over time though, I recommend you see a dermatologist as rarely other types of skin lesions can appear like this. Best of luck!

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,These are benign lesions of the skin unrelated to breast implants. They will never become cancer. Go visit a dermatologist in person to confirm. Best of luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear daphi,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but based on your photos, it doesn't look like skin stretching. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

What are these red spots on my breasts? I have breast implants, is my skin stretching? (photo)

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