I got an explant and lift today April 2 2019. I came home everything was fine and then I noticed I was bleeding from my left breast and it would pour down.it was bright red. I went to emergency and they stated it was normal, re bandaged me and sent me home. My surgeon has said the same thing. I’m just concerned with the bleeding and if this is a common issue? Please help!
April 4, 2019
Answer: Post op Bleeding is always normal when you have a surgical procedure. Vessels and tissue were separated and cauterized. It is possible that a vessel that was cut and coagulated has began to bleed again, which can happen from blood pressure rising, movements using upper body muscle, etc. The blood will want to exit the path of least resistance, which is unfortunately through your incision. By sitting slightly elevated in a recliner and holding steady pressure without lifting up the bandage for 15-20 minutes should help the vessel coagulate naturally. I would make sure you keep your post operative appointments with your surgeon so he may monitor you closely.
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April 4, 2019
Answer: Post op Bleeding is always normal when you have a surgical procedure. Vessels and tissue were separated and cauterized. It is possible that a vessel that was cut and coagulated has began to bleed again, which can happen from blood pressure rising, movements using upper body muscle, etc. The blood will want to exit the path of least resistance, which is unfortunately through your incision. By sitting slightly elevated in a recliner and holding steady pressure without lifting up the bandage for 15-20 minutes should help the vessel coagulate naturally. I would make sure you keep your post operative appointments with your surgeon so he may monitor you closely.
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Answer: A: bleeding Thank you for your questionIf the bleeding is active and not stopping, dropping I do recommend you check again with you plastic surgeon. Best Wishes Dr Genevieve FCaron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Montreal, Canada
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Answer: A: bleeding Thank you for your questionIf the bleeding is active and not stopping, dropping I do recommend you check again with you plastic surgeon. Best Wishes Dr Genevieve FCaron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Montreal, Canada
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