Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underBreast Reduction q&a

10 months post-op. My scars burn so bad. No lotion or oil helps. What could this mean?

Billy GayMay 21, 2019
almost 10 months in, and my scars burn so badly. No lotion or oil helps. Cannot see my PS. What could this mean?

Answers (1)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Daniel Barrett, MD profile photo
Dr. Daniel Barrett, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.8 | 182 Reviews
Answered on May 23, 2019
Answer
🔗 Link

More Breast Reduction Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Jeff Angobaldo, MD

Hello and thank you for your question! Those are all good reasons to be concerned. There are a few reason these symptoms could be present. One is cellulitis, which is an infection of the skin and is often associated with symptoms you have described. It could also be an allergic reaction to eit...

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Scott C. Lindsay, DO

Hello and thank you for your question! Based on your photos , you appear to be a good candidate for breast reduction surgery. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

+6 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Kenneth Hughes, MD

Hormone fluctuations, significant weight gain from pregnancies and breastfeeding can cause breasts to grow back after a BR.  If you liked the results from your two other breast reductions, return to that surgeon(s) for advice about undergoing another full breast reduction or reduction with a se...

+1 answers
See all Breast Reduction Q&A
See more Breast Reduction Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE BREAST REDUCTION GUIDE →