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Sore, swollen breast after breast implant replacement and lift
I had my large breast implants replaced 4 days ago with smaller ones. I also had a breast lift. Today, I lifted too much and probably used my arms more than I should. My right breast is very sore, a bit swollen, and reddish all the around the nipple. I'm on antibiotics, and I will go back to get the stiches out in 3 days. Could it just be aggravated, or do I have an infection?
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7 answers to “Sore, swollen breast after breast...”A: Best to see your surgeon
It may be a normal process of healing but it may also represent something that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. You will feel better and hopefully be reassured after you see your plastic surgeon. You are early in your recovery period and should have this checked out. Dr Edwards
A: Situation sounds urgent.
I hope I am wrong since I have not examined you, but you may have either an infected implant or a hematoma (collection of blood aroud the implant). Either one is serious and you should see your surgeon immediately. If you have an infection, it developed inspite of the antibiotics, so they are not... more
A: Call your doctor.
Don't look for advice from strangers when you paid a physician for surgery and follow if. When you are in doubt = call your doctor and go back and see him sooner. What if we give you the wrong advice and you have a hematoma or infection -- SEE YOUR DOCTOR.
A: I doubt you have an infection, but you certainly should cut back on your actyivity.
Hello Let your surgeon know what happened. I doubt you have an infection, but lifting 4 days after a complicated procedure like yours is out of the question. Your swelling may mean that the sutures may not be able to be removed at 7 days. Have your surgeon check your breasts now, reduce your... more
A: I would let your surgeon know about it. At about four...
I would let your surgeon know about it. At about four days is usually when infections are noted, so it is better to be safe than sorry. sek
A: Difficult to say without exam, but from what you...
Difficult to say without exam, but from what you describe, infection should be ruled out. I would suggest a call to your surgeon for exam possibly earlier than 3 days. The hallmarks of infection would be reddness, increase in pain, swelling, drainage, with or without fever. This can only be... more
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