I am on my sixth week from having a Bilateral breast reduction and I am not healed. My left breast "separated" underneath and then to my nipple by the second week. My right breast "separated" on the 5th week. They stitched them at that point but not the separation up to the nipple, that is still open. Should I be putting anything on them to promote the healing?
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February 19, 2014
Answer: Separation of wounds after breast reduction
Thank you for your question. What you describe is a common set of issues for women with large breasts. First, I'd like to address the difference between a breast reduction and liposuction. Liposuction is used for contouring areas of the body by removing some of the fat in a specific location....
As you know, it really depends on who you are asking. And everyone will say asymmetry is normal but if its really noticeable to everyone, then its no longer is 'normal' in my opinion when resulting from a procedure. Your surgeon should be able to admit if not right and work with you...
The most important "step" for successful resolution, in my opinion, is close follow-up with your plastic surgeon or the "covering" plastic surgeon. He/she will be able to recommend appropriate local wound care, treat any infection present, and/or remove any suture material that potentially will...
