Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction before & after photos
87%
78 reviews
Worth It Rating Our index shows the percentage of community members saying this was "Worth it". See cosmetic treatment rankings
Breast Reconstruction Cost ≈ $11,800 average cost
Write a review | Ask a Question

Questions tagged with: infection

Breast Reconstruction - LD Flap w/ Implant After Expander Infection? 11 answers

I had radiation on left breast 2 years ago. Now I had mastactomy and reconstruction with expander , and have infection.2 weeks I have picc line with...
before expander latissimus flap

Failed Reconstruction After Mastectomy Due to Persistant Drainage. What Are my Options? 10 answers

I had a prophylactic mastectomy with tissue exp and alloderm. My skin opened 8 wks post op and I drained from open wounds on the bottom of each breast...
after age 25-34 results revision

Breast Reconstruction for Infected Breasts? 9 answers

I have had breast infections due to Gamella bacteria first, then had a bilateral periductal fistula on both breast 3 times, then contracted HA MRSA. I...
before MRSA

How Long Until I Feel Better After Cellulitis on Breast? 8 answers

I have been in pain since Wed. Today is Sat. How long before I will be feeling better. The redness has went down a bit but,,, I have pain even up my...
after breasts female

Multiple Infections - Should I Remove the Expander or Continue w/ LD Flap Surgery? 8 answers

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009; had a bilateral mastectomy and LN dissection with reconstruction done during this surgery (expanders...
before expander latissimus flap

Had DIEP Flap Surgery - Incision on Belly Splitting Badly 7 answers

I had DIEP flap surgery 4 weeks ago, breasts are fine, some issues with the tummy incision. my incision started to separate 3 weeks later. saw my PS...
after antibiotic DIEP incision separation

Failed Breast Reconstruction w/ Implant. Try Again? 6 answers

Hi: 7 years ago I had breast cancer, had a lumpectomy, then had radiation. Then 3 years later I had another cancer event in a different location on...
after failure implant revision

Post-Mastectomy Breast Infection. Expander Removal? 6 answers

Left breast ( had radiations 2 years ago ) got infected after mastactamy and reconstraction with expander.I'm 2 weeks now with picc line with...
before expander mastectomy removal

Reconstructive Surgery with Expanders - Infected 6 answers

12/23/11 had prophylactic bilateral mastectomy(twin sister & sister with breast cancer)I was discharged with 2 jp drains 16 hours after surgery...
age 45-54 before expander

Breast Reconstruction After MRSA? 5 answers

Will a surgeon do Breast Reconstruction after MRSA? I've had no flair ups for 3 years.
before MRSA

Bi-Lat Masectomy W/TE and Now Lat Flap Surgery?? 5 answers

I had a bi-lat masectomy in Dec 2010. Tissue expander in left side (non-cancer side) got infected after 3 weeks. TE got removed and have been on...
alternative before complication

Had 2 Attempts,5 Mos Apart at Tissue Expanders with Alloderm,both Failed Due to Infection.what Are My Chances w/ Future Surgery? 5 answers

I Have Had 2 Attempts,5 Mos Apart at Tissue Expanders with Alloderm,both Failed Due to Infection.what Are my Chances at Future Surgery?
before failure multiple tissue expander

Have A Staph Infection From Scab, Could My Implants Be Infected? 4 answers

In May, I had implants put in, and have had a scab on the left breast since the surgery. I July I noticed a small hole on the left breast, so I showed...
4 months post-op after staph infection swelling

Options for Breast Reconstruction After an Infection? 4 answers

I had a bilateral mastectomy done, and I had breast implants placed in both breast. I had expanders put in, and had radiation along with a boost. This...
after breast cancer breasts

Infected Implant After Brest Reconstruction No Radiation 4 answers

Had double mastectomy with expander placement. One expander became infected and was removed. Have since had bilateral silicone implants placed with...
after expander mastectomy silicone implant

Second Try with Breast Expanders. Last Removed Due to Infection. Now Having Another. Why? 3 answers

I need to know why I keep having these infections. in the right side of my chest wall, is it because my cancer started there and they removed my lymp...
after causes expander lymph node revision

Infection at Wound Site Following Mastectomy, Should I Worry? 3 answers

Surgeon treated with 3% peroxide and said it would scab over and then slough off. Should I be worried. No fever present.
after worried wound

An Infection Keeps Reoccurring Following Surgery, Should I Worry? 3 answers

In Aug. 2011 I Had a Nipple & Skin Sparing Bilateral Mastectomy.  I'm Very Fortunate to Have Been a Good Candidate for This, but I keep...
after drainage reoccur worried

I Had a Bilateral Mastectomy, and Antibiotics Don't Seem to be Helping an Infection, Options? (photo) 1 answer

I had a bilateral mastectomy on 7/21/11. Tissue expanders were placed at that time. I am currently filled to 655ccs on the left and 705 ccs on the...
after antibiotic
Don't See Your Question?
Ask a question
Use of this website and the posting of any reviews or other content on this website constitutes acceptance of the RealSelf® Terms of Service. The material on this site is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a qualified health care provider. © 2011 RealSelf, Inc. All rights reserved.