When I Get a Breast Reduction Would the Surgeon Be Able to Remove the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Scarring? (photo)

If you are continuing to experience oozing and bleeding from the incision site, you should see your surgeon asap especially at 2 weeks post surgery. This may be something minor just mild oozing/bleeding from incision edge or this may be serious where the oozing and bleeding is coming from deeper...

Some insurance plans specifically state that breast reduction surgery is not a covered procedure. It sounds as if this is the case for you, and if so an appeal won't help. What you might consider doing is when your insurance has open enrollment (usually in November) you might try to switch to a...

You may find sleeping in a recliner much more comfortable than trying to sleep in bed with pillows elevating your head and back as pillows can slip around. Also, getting in and out of a recliner may be easier than trying to get in and out of bed. Practice ahead of time. Some of my patients that...

A small amount of drainage 48-72 hours after drain removal is normal.  You should keep the area clean, apply antibiotic ointment twice a day and keep it covered with a bandaid or piece of gauze.  It should heal without incident.