I have a thick scab that formed after the tape was taken off my incision around my areola after my BA, what should I do?(photos)

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My doctor took of the tape and there was a blister on my incision he told me to just put peroxide to let it dry out , the following week I went back and there is now a thick scab He told me to peel it off But I've been doing a lot of reading and I heard it not good to peel off scabs and I should leave it alone and let it fall off by itself Please help, I really don't want to just peel it off it sounds so painful and I don't want a thick scar Can someone please let me know what is best to do?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You should follow up with your surgeon to discuss wound care management. best of luck. Regards

Kyle Song, MD · Answer

You need to see your PS as soon as possible for an in-person evaluation.  It looks like the incision has split open, and the risk is that the implant may become exposed and contaminated.  Do not remove the incision, and before attempting any other treatment, make sure your PS examines this.  Good luck.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

You are experiencing some delayed wound healing after your breast augmentation. It is best to have your plastic surgeon evaluate you as soon as possible. You should not have to remove the scab on your own. If this is necessary during your examination, your surgeon can perform the task for you in a sterile and more comfortable manner as well as give you additional wound care instructions to maximize your healing and resulting scar. Scars that are unacceptable can be revised at a later time although it may take several months to a year to see the final result.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.I do not recommend that you pull any scab off.  I recommend that you be seen by your surgeon ASAP so that he/she can help you through this recovery process. Best wishes.

Gaurav Bharti, MD, FACS · Answer

From your photo it looks like you're having some delayed wound healing.  I would recommend having close follow up with your surgeon to carry you through this process until you're fully healed. At that point you may be a candidate for scar and revision.

Daniel Kolder, MD · Answer

It appears as though your incision has opened up and you are looking at breast tissue.  I would contact your board certified plastic surgeon and have him evaluate you again.  I would agree that pulling the "scab" off on your own would challenging for the reasons given and they should happily see you and get you through this process.  Hang in there and I hope the answer helps you out.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photos and question and based on what you have said and the photos, I would get a second opinion ASAP from another expert in the area.Dr. Corbin

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