I am 4 weeks out on having a breast reduction. I have one breast that is healing perfectly and one that has a dime sized opening in the "T" spot. My doctor has me doing the wet to dry dressings. Nothing seems to be changing. What else can I try...I don't want a huge scar!
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March 26, 2016
Answer: Wound along the incision after breast reduction may take weeks to heal.
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