Is this scarring normal? 5 months after breast augmentation and lift (Photo)

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I’m 5 months post op from a breast augmentation & lift. Recently my scarring has become more red looking and also pretty itchy. I’m wondering if this is normal? I was given a scar cream from my doctors office but have very sensitive skin and every kind I’ve tried has irritated my skin a bit.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. In 5 months this is normal but you should check your situation with your Board Certified Surgeon. 6-12 months is enough time to see the permanent results for the breast lift operation. I wish you all the best.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Your scars are still in the healing phase.  As long as they are red, they are not matured.  Follow up with your surgeon as he may want to inject a steroid into the scar to expedite healing.  This usually helps with itching, also.

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