can you let me know if its wise to sunbath exposing my reduced breast ( reduced 7 days ago) The drain holes are a tiny bit sore and still a bit wet and I had the idea the sun would be good to dry them out and that generally the sun would be healing its not excessivly hot I dont think I will get sunburnt
January 20, 2015
Answer: Sunbathing is never recommended (at least that's what we tell people) Thanks for your question. At one week you definitely need to avoid sun exposure. Your scar will stay bright red for a long time and you will be frustrated. The scar is vulnerable for the first year. I ask patients to wait at least a month before spray tanning that might involve their scars. Tanning booths are a recipe for skin cancer. Using topical bronzer lotion is probably best bet, but avoid your incisions. Best of Luck!
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January 20, 2015
Answer: Sunbathing is never recommended (at least that's what we tell people) Thanks for your question. At one week you definitely need to avoid sun exposure. Your scar will stay bright red for a long time and you will be frustrated. The scar is vulnerable for the first year. I ask patients to wait at least a month before spray tanning that might involve their scars. Tanning booths are a recipe for skin cancer. Using topical bronzer lotion is probably best bet, but avoid your incisions. Best of Luck!
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January 20, 2015
Answer: Sunbathing after breast reduction surgery You should avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds on your incisions for a year to avoid hyper-pigmentation (permanent darkening on the scars) and thickening. Check with your surgeon. Good luck.
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January 20, 2015
Answer: Sunbathing after breast reduction surgery You should avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds on your incisions for a year to avoid hyper-pigmentation (permanent darkening on the scars) and thickening. Check with your surgeon. Good luck.
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