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Skin necrosis?

Ajpy
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 I think my masectomy has skin necrosis as its very red and purple and blotchy.  I have been seen 3 times by my plastic surgeons this hasn't been mentioned. My surgery was back in September.

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    Thank you for getting in touch with us. How are things? I can see that you may be looking for a bit of guidance about your skin. It may help you to get in touch with one of our cancer information nurses. They can perhaps provide you with some guidance about it.

    You’d be welcome to call our freephone support line on 0808 808 00 00 (open 8am-8pm seven days a week) to talk things through or contact us by webchat or email if you would prefer.

    Please do stay in touch with us Ajpy.

    Take care.

    David, Information and Support Adviser

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