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Will this skin be ok?

Do you think I will lose this skin? It's a bit grey, I'm 3 weeks Po tomorrow. It has been grey for a week or two, the vascularity isn't as good as other areas but does turn white and does go back to the normal colour a second or two later. It's come apart a little but seems to be healing up ok.

Melrihani September 15th, 2016 VIC

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    Dr. Raymond Goh

    Raymond Goh

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    Plastic Surgeon
    Queensland, Australia

    Hi Melrihani.
    Thanks for posting your photos and questions. 
    Have you had breast reduction, breast lift (mastopexy), or breast implants with a lift (augmentation mastopexy) procedure? This is important to know, as it can indicate different risk factors and healing potential. It seems from the photo that you have a small area of wound dehiscence. This may also represent a little suture abscess. These will usually heal well with simple conservative management through dressings. However, if you have silicone implants in place, an open wound does place an increased risk of infection to the implants, and antibiotic cover should be at least considered.
    You should continue regular follow up with your surgeon to ensure you're progressing ok.
    All the best.
    Dr Ray GohValley Plastic Surgery