Pink skin on breasts post BA. Is this excessive stretching? (Photo)

Question

I've had pink skin on my left breast since the 1st week of surgery. I'm 4 weeks post op now. The right breast has had it off and on in the same area as the left but not as constantly. They have itched while wearing certain bras, so I thought maybe it's just irritated. But even when wearing no bra, it stays pink. The left was smaller before surgery and received a larger implant. Is it from the excessive stretching it's experiencing? And overall, how do they look to you at this stage?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for your question!It can be difficult to assess you based off your photos alone. If you are concerned it may be best to speak with your Plastic Surgeon and be seen in person.
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James H. Rogers, MD · Answer

It is difficult to comment on your results at this point without having preoperative photos available. However, your breasts look reasonable for one month postop. At this point there is still swelling and the implants have not settled. Pink areas in the skin are very common after surgery, particulary with lighter skin types, and may be exacerbated with larger implants. This is due dilated skin vessels and will usually resolve with time. Follow your surgeons instructions for post op care for best results.

Nirmal Nathan, MD · Answer

Dear sweetcakes19,Thank you for your question. In your photos it is difficult to see the redness you are talking about. Your implants are riding high but should drop over the next 2-3 months. Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.Certified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

Your breasts look within norm for 4 weeks postop. Continue to follow up with your surgeon so they monitor your progress.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear sweetcakes19,
I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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