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.
Answer: Large wound opening up 2 weeks after breast reduction. What is the best course of action? I'm sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced. Although understandably distressing to patients, these types of incision line healing problems tend to heal over the course of several weeks. Sometimes, the area may look worse before it looks better. Most often, even larger open wounds have healed by the time a patient reached the two months post op mark.
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Answer: Large wound opening up 2 weeks after breast reduction. What is the best course of action? I'm sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced. Although understandably distressing to patients, these types of incision line healing problems tend to heal over the course of several weeks. Sometimes, the area may look worse before it looks better. Most often, even larger open wounds have healed by the time a patient reached the two months post op mark.
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Answer: Discussion I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Discussion I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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May 29, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction incision Dear Warmhearted5646,
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Answer: Breast reduction incision Dear Warmhearted5646,
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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: 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.
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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.
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