Breast reduction scar widening. Any suggestions?

April 15, 2016
Asked By:Loki1986 in Washington, MO

I received a breast reduction Jan 14, 2016, anchor style. My wounds closed up nicely about 2 weeks after my procedure. I am now 3 monts post-op. The scar underneath my left breast seems to be getting wider with a little discomfort. I have been applying Maderma for about 2 months now. I'm back to wearing my surgical bra, because I'm concerned that this could've been caused by my sports bras. I have an appt w/ my surgeon in 2 weeks. May I please get some advice?

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June 19, 2023

Answer: Recommend starting laser treatments to reduce the appearance of the scars. Apply Plato's scar serum twice daily

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Answer: Recommend starting laser treatments to reduce the appearance of the scars. Apply Plato's scar serum twice daily

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 15, 2016

Answer: Wide Breast Reduction Scar

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April 15, 2016

Answer: Wide Breast Reduction Scar

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 19, 2016

Answer: Widening breast reduction scars

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Answer: Scar widening

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