Healing severe infection after Breast implant removal and Lift?

I had my Breast implants removed almost two weeks ago and a Breast lift was done at the same time.

I have a serious infection that has not cleared up. The doctor acts like it is no big deal. The second round of antibiotics are not working. He says to keep it covered with iodine.

Does this look like anything anyone has seen or dealt with? I feel so depressed and I don't know what to do.

3 answers to “Healing severe infection after...”

A: Infection after breast surgery

By John Diaz, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

This is a very difficult question to answer without being able to examine you. It is not uncommon for there to be a superficial wound healing problem after a breast lift. Sometimes, this means that a small area of the incision opens up slightly and takes longer to heal. A lot of patients may think it means... more

A: Needs more attention

By Michael C. Edwards, MD - Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

The fact that your healing is slow in spite of 2 rounds of antibiotics means there is so untreated focus of infection or an bacteria that isn't covered by the antibiotics you are on. It is also possible that there is a decreased blood flow from an implant removal and breast lift. I think you would benefit... more

A: See another plastic surgeon right away.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi! The good news is you will be alright eventually, but you need immediate attention. The stitches need to be removed, and the wound needs to be explored and cultured. You need to be on antibiotics and you need wound care, possibly with debridment or else with irrigation and antibiotic cream... more

Healing severe infection after Breast implant removal and Lift?

A: Infection after breast surgery

A: Needs more attention

A: See another plastic surgeon right away.

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