49 days post op breast reduction, have redness and necrosis. Told it would heal on its own. Advice? (photos)

August 1, 2018
Asked By:gwincourtney12th in Seattle, WA

I am 49 days post operative. I was told I have necrosis from my breast reduction and it would heal on it's own?? Will it become an open sore? Will it leave my breast lumpy?

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Answers (2)

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August 2, 2018

Answer: Infection

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 2, 2018

Answer: Infection

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 4, 2018

Answer: Reduction? Or did you have implants put in too?

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August 4, 2018

Answer: Reduction? Or did you have implants put in too?

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