Are my stitches healing well? (photos)

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Hi, wondered if you kind doctors could reassure me that I am healing ok. My post op isn't for another 2 weeks. I am 4 week post op tomorrow from 520cc hp submuscular silicone implants. One of my scabs seems yellow on the one that appears most healed, and the other one is still scabbed and the incision seems doubled. Very raised. Always has been. Am I healing as I should be? Thanks in advance x

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sending your question and photo.  Your closure has
slightly opened.  Cleanse and apply antibacterial ointment. Wash hands
prior to application.  Please contact your Plastic Surgeon to be seen
today for further recommendation.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent breast surgery! From the photos it is hard to give a true evaluation on the healing of the incisions. I would contact your plastic surgeon to be seen so their office can better evaluate you. Best of Luck!

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. I recommend that you ask to have that post op moved up sooner. Your redder incision could present a problem but only an in-person exam can determine that. Keep it clean, covered, and call your Plastic Surgeon.All the best

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.It's hard to tell from your photos.  For any questions/concerns, please follow up with operating MD so they can recommend best treatment plan for healing process.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

Your wound is not as pristine as I would like to see at this time. I would text these pictures  to your surgeon in order to update them on your progress. Scabbing at 4 weeks postop suggests some delayed healing underneath the incision. I would think your surgeon should want to assess this.

Michael J. Brown, MD · Answer

Hi,Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is important to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and concerns. Having said that, your incisions are not healing ideally. If you smoke, please stop. You should have some ointment on the scabs to get them to soft and help them separate from the skin. They should go on to heal with ok results. Also send these pictures to your PS and have the PS tell you if you should be seen sooner.I hope you found this helpful. Have a great day.

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, chloechloe1988.  Based on your photos, you do not seem to have infection although there is some inflammation around the incisions.  It seems like you had a small wound dehiscence (separation) that is healing with scab.  Please keep both incisions clean and dry and keep a close eye on them.  Follow your with your plastic surgeon closely.  Best regards.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

is what you appear to have.  If the wounds were draining and much larger, it would be more concerning.  Good wound care should help with allowing them to heal and you should always keep your surgeon informed of your progress or concerns rather than depend on sites such as  this for reassurances.

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and the photos.  Your incision seems intact and without any overt signs of infection.  There is some scabbing and inflammation but not entirely uncommon especially if the incision was stretched out during the augmentation process.  Overall, I don't think there is anything specific to worry about.  It is hard to know how you will eventually heal and how your incision will look but time will tell.  All the best,Dr. Remus Repta

Are my stitches healing well? (photos)

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