I am 4 1/2 weeks out from breast reduction. I have a wound at the t incision that is being taken care of with gauze packing twice/day. But this morning I woke up and about an inch to the right of that wound it’s oozing pretty good. Like you wipe it and in a secon there’s more coming out. Very thin liquid light yellow and pink. A very small spot. But the flesh above it looks red. No symptoms of infection. Feel fine (other than very frustrated). It’s saturday, I have an appt Monday. Ok to wait?
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Congratulations on your breast reduction, sandott!
While shooting pains are normal and are a sign of nerve regeneration, dizziness isn’t. It’s best to get evaluated by your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon to make sure that everything’s okay.
Good luck!
Yes, bloating can be common after a breast reduction surgery. This bloating is usually due to a combination of factors, including the body's response to surgery, anesthesia, and medications such as pain relievers. The body's healing process and fluid retention can also contribute to bloating...
Dear lolo7806,based on your photos, it looks like your surgeon removed all the dead tissue and your wound looks clean. I suggest you to follow his instructions and keep the wound clean. It will probably take few weeks or months until the wound completely heals. Daniel Barrett, MD
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