I have a string coming out of my incision after 4 weeks. Is it a suture? Also another issue with weirs shape. (photo)

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Will this go away? So I assume it is a suture as its like a white wire looking string. I'm afraid to pull it. Also I had a capsuloraphy with implant replacement to gel. 4 days after surgery both breasts look like the implant is poking out a little at the fold. I thought it would go away but 4 weeks later both are the same giving them a weird angled look. I know I did not do this by ripping any stitches as I was in bed for several days in sport bra. Is it Permanent and should I cut the string or talk to the doctor?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your photos.  It looks like you have a spitting stitch.  Please don't remove this yourself.  Please go to your board certified plastic surgeon's office to have them take care of it.  It is common for any surgical procedure to cause swelling.  You 
will most likely have less spasm this time around as you already have a 
pocket.  It will take weeks for swelling to go down.  It will take 
months for the implants and the soft tissue to settle into place.  
It is too early to comment about the shape.  I would discuss this with your board certified plastic surgeon.

Shim Ching, MD · Answer

The suture should be removed.  It's best to get your surgeon to do this for you.  The shape of your breasts may improve with time.  When a capsulorraphy is done, some surgeons overcorrect as there is some loosening with time.  This could be responsible for the abnormal shape.Please follow up with your surgeon who can best address these concerns.

Robert A. Hardesty, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Ms. Electrocute,Thank you for your story and photos. Your Plastic Surgeon know exactly what he/she did at surgery.I suggest you call your Plastic Surgeons and pose your questions.I trust that you have chosen a Plastic Surgeons who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600

Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C) · Answer

You should see your PS about your concerns.  See them sooner than later.  As for the shape, it will take several months to get a better idea of what the final shape will look like.Best,

C. Bob Basu, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

It sounds like you have undergone a revision procedure.   Please see your plastic surgeon to have your suture removed.  He/she can best address your concerns regarding your breast shape.  Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

I have a string coming out of my incision after 4 weeks. Is it a suture? Also another issue with weirs shape. (photo)

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