The scab at the T incision didn't shed off and on the 15th day, it slightly opened. By the morning of the 18th day, it had opened up to 3 cm vertically. I visited my plastic surgeon on Monday and Thursday, but it remains unclear why it opened. Although he confirmed that there's no infection, the separation seemed larger on Thursday and appears to continue widening. I occasionally experience pain in the lower breast but no fever or chills. The dressing shows a serous, yellowish discharge without odor. I'm cleaning it twice daily with soap and water and applying a wet-to-dry dressing. I had known cysts in this breast pre-operation and no implants. I am not diabetic.
Regarding your wound, the healing process depends on its extent. While you cannot speed up the healing, you can focus on conservative wound care, allowing it to heal naturally. If there is any dead tissue present, it is advisable to see your surgeon for proper cleaning, as wounds require a clean environment to heal effectively. Practice patience and avoid expending emotional energy on things beyond your control. Rest assured, the final scar will likely be better than expected.
The anchor intersection, also known as the inverted-T "triple point," is a common area for wound separation and healing issues. This is because it is the corner of the skin flap farthest from a normal intact blood supply. In most cases, local wound care is sufficient until the wound closes. If the resulting scar is wider, more indented, or in need of improvement, a touch-up procedure under local anesthesia can be performed in the office. For more significant tissue loss, advanced wound management techniques may be required. Regularly visit your surgeon and discuss available wound management options.
Wounds like the one you described are not uncommon after a breast lift and are usually caused by poor blood flow. Follow your plastic surgeon's instructions, keep the wound clean and covered, and allow time for it to heal.
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