Too much bruising? (Photo)

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Does this look like too much bruising? I am 3 days post-op and still have in drainage tubes on both sides. Concerned because some of the bruising seems raised/puffy. Light green/blue bruising throughout chest plate (cleavage area). I'll head back to my board certified plastic surgeon soon - but a little panicked on the amount of bruising.

Christopher J. Morea, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and providing photos. The amount of bruising shown in the photos can be very normal. I would be concerned if that breast was significantly larger than the other. I think it is wise to follow up with your PS. Best of luck

S. Larry Schlesinger, MD, FACS · Answer

Congratulations on having a breast augmentation.  It appears your plastic surgeon did an excellent job.Some post operative bruising, usually at the bottom of the breast, is absolutely and completely normal.  In my opinion, your bruising is minimal and should resolve in the next 2-3 weeks.  Since you have no scar on the bottom of your breast and no apparent scar around the areola, I am going to assume that your breast augmentation was transaxillary.  As such, any blood in the implant pocket tends to collect at the bottom of the breast.  It takes awhile to get to the skin surface, and usually takes longer to resolve than bruising on the non-breast skin.  If you are concerned, I highly recommend you speak to your personal plastic surgeon.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to tell without assessing you in person. Please follow up with your surgeon if you are concerned.

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Some amount of bruising after your breast augmentation is absolutely normal.  That being said, you have enough that I would recommend a call and possible in person visit with your surgeon to make sure that all is well.  Good luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear AlohaLife,every surgery can cause bleeding. If you have any concerns regarding bruising, you should consult your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph.  Bruising at 3 days post op breast augmentation is normal.  My advice is to avoid asprin and ibuprophen products. Best of luck.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo's, it is normal to have bruising after a breast augmentation , you can discuss your concern with your PS at your one week post op visit.

David Rosenstein, MD · Answer

Some bruising after surgery s normal, however since you feel concerned I recommend that you follow up with your plastic surgeon soon to feel more comfortable about the situation. Best of luck!

Timothy A. Janiga, MD, FACS · Answer

Bruising is a normal part of the postoperative healing process.  Make sure you have a regular follow-up with your plastic surgeon so they can evaluate you in person. Take Care,Timothy A. Janiga M.D., F.A.C.S.

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

Your bruising seems to be within the range of what one would expect after a few days.Hang in there and see you PS as scheduled.

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