Allergy probably not from implants

John Squires, MD answers: Could I be allergic to my breast implants?

I got silicone breast implants about 10 days ago and I had a local allergic reaction to the adhesive tegaderm that was over my incision.

I now have itching and redness all over my chest, back, arms, neck, and face like I am reacting systemically. I do not have any other allergies. Could this be an allergy to the implant?


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John Squires, MD
8 months ago

It is fairly common to see reactions under the Tegaderm, or Steri strips. People are frequently allergic to the adhesives in these products. If the rash spreads to the rest of your body, something else is going on; most likely an allergic reaction to a medication you have taken. Pain pills and antibiotics would be the most likely causes. The implants are made of inert materials and are not the cause of allergic reactions. I would call your plastic surgeon and discuss your medications as soon as possible.

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