After having my implant removed I am experiencing extreme leakage. Is this normal?

October 8, 2014
Asked By:soph2195 in Glasgow, KY

My left implant was removed about a week and a half ago (3 weeks after I initially got them) due to infection. There was only 10-15ml of infected fluid in the pocket, and I stopped leaking after a few days. However, two nights ago I somehow wokeup lying completely on my front and since have had what can be described as muscle ache in the area and a lot of leakage. The leakage isn't puss its sort of a dark yellow clear liquid but there is a lot more than before. Should I be concerned? Thanks

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Answer: Persistent drainage

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October 12, 2014

Answer: Drainage following the removal of an infected implant.

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