Breasts are peeling 18 days post op. Is this normal?

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I'm 18 days post op and for about a week my breasts have been SO itchy! Today they started peeling. I'm just wondering how common this is .

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

This is likely related to the implants stretching your skin to accommodate for space. You shoudl address your questions and concerns with your surgeon. Regards,

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent surgery. It is completely normal to experience itching and peeling in the early post-operative period. This is simply secondary to the implants causing your skin to stretch. This sensation shouldn't last too much longer. Please discuss your concerns at your follow up appointment with your plastic surgeon. Hope this helps.

Chien C. Kat, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is not uncommon to have dry flaky skin after surgery due to the stretch on the skin. Usually if you make sure that you moisturise the skin regularly it will settle in a few weeks. If you are at all concerned do contact your plastic surgeons office for advice.

William R. Burden, MD, FACS · Answer

Contact your doctor for an examination.  In the meantime, the itching symptoms can be improved with a topical hydrocortisone cream.   Benadryl may also help.  Avoid drying the skin out with soaps.  God luck.

Terrence Murphy, MD · Answer

This is likely a normal response to the stretching of your skin after surgery. I would be sure to check with you surgeon because on a rare occasion an infection may lead to this. It likely is best treated with moisturizers.

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