I have a opening under my right breast and was wondering what the beat course of action is. My left breast does not have this issue at all. The wound seeps some fluid and is painful.
May 29, 2019
Answer: Open wound on left breast Thank you for your recent question and photo. It is not uncommon to have some wound separation after a breast reduction. It may possibly just be a suture that is causing the incision to break down. I would recommend seeing your surgeon to be sure there is no spitting suture. In the mean time keep the area clean and dry with soapy water. Apply some triple antibiotic oint and a gauze to the site. It will heal in time. If there is a suture that is not dissolving the would will stay this way. Best of Luck!
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Open wound on left breast Thank you for your recent question and photo. It is not uncommon to have some wound separation after a breast reduction. It may possibly just be a suture that is causing the incision to break down. I would recommend seeing your surgeon to be sure there is no spitting suture. In the mean time keep the area clean and dry with soapy water. Apply some triple antibiotic oint and a gauze to the site. It will heal in time. If there is a suture that is not dissolving the would will stay this way. Best of Luck!
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction You have had some separation at a spot which is quite common. It will gradually close up in a few weeks so no need to worry. But you should be seen by your plastic surgeon for specific wound care advice.
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction You have had some separation at a spot which is quite common. It will gradually close up in a few weeks so no need to worry. But you should be seen by your plastic surgeon for specific wound care advice.
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction and T point healing issues The "T" point is an area common for delayed healing. It is a vascular water shed (i.e. relatively diminished blood supply where 3 flaps meet) under high tension. Patients will typically exhibit some degree of dehiscence (separation) and epidermolysis (sloughing of the upper layers of skin). With some local wound care, these will typically heal secondarily without further intervention.The best advice is to closely follow the recommendations of your surgeon and be patient as these wounds may take several weeks to resolved entirely. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS) Donovan Rosas MD Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery Member: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Real Top 100 RealSelf Hall of Fame
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction and T point healing issues The "T" point is an area common for delayed healing. It is a vascular water shed (i.e. relatively diminished blood supply where 3 flaps meet) under high tension. Patients will typically exhibit some degree of dehiscence (separation) and epidermolysis (sloughing of the upper layers of skin). With some local wound care, these will typically heal secondarily without further intervention.The best advice is to closely follow the recommendations of your surgeon and be patient as these wounds may take several weeks to resolved entirely. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS) Donovan Rosas MD Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery Member: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Real Top 100 RealSelf Hall of Fame
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