2 weeks and 2 days post-op my left incision has had dark red blood coming from it for 2 days. What could this be? (photo)

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It’s been two weeks and two days after my BA. Under the muscle, inframammary, Natrelle SSX 580cc(R) and 545cc(L). My left incision (545cc) has a little dark red blood coming from it for the last two days. The steri strips are dark red and I have been putting gauze over. Feels a little irritated. Right one is perfectly fine and not bleeding. What could this be?

Deborah Sillins, MD · Answer

I would see your surgeon so he can look at the incision line. If could be a hematoma breaking down and the old blood coming out.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Most likely either a small incision separation has occurred or a small hematoma has liquefied through the sutured cut.  Because of the timing, I would advocate seeing your surgeon for an in-person examination of your tissues to ensure nothing else is taking place.

Lawrence Iteld, MD · Answer

I would recommend that you contact your surgeon and have him/her take a look and see what’s going on. An in-person assessment is necessary.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear efrench91,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. There is a chance that your bleeding from incision is caused by hematoma. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS · Answer

Bleeding from a breast augmentation 2 weeks after the procedure is definitely unusual. Perhaps you have an small undrained hematoma.Definitely meet with your plastic surgeon to be evaluated. Thanks for sharing!

2 weeks and 2 days post-op my left incision has had dark red blood coming from it for 2 days. What could this be? (photo)

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2 weeks and 2 days post-op my left incision has had dark red blood coming from it for 2 days. What could this be? (photo)

Answers (9)

Answer: Bleeding

Answer: Bleeding

Answer: Dark Blood From Breast Augmentation Incision #breastimplants #breastaugmentation

Answer: Dark Blood From Breast Augmentation Incision #breastimplants #breastaugmentation

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