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Open Wound Three Weeks After Breast Lift with Implants? (photo)

Three weeks ago, I had my implants removed and new ones put in because of a deflation. At the same time, he took off some more skin, as I have skin that looses elasticity very fast. I woke up this morning and saw blood on the tape. I removed the tape and found a one inch opening down below the aerola. I called the after hours and the PS said to put pressure and gauze on it and I would see him in three days. I am scared for infection and it feels funny, a little tingly. any advice?

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by cassie in california

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Open wound after breast lift/implant exchange.

The concern is the possibility of infecting the implant which is in the breast. You should be covered with oral antibiotics and have at least daily dressing changes to the wound. A topical antibiotic cream such as Silvadene could be helpful in keeping the wound as clean as possible until definitive closure is obtained. Be sure to see you plastic surgeon as soon as possible and follow their directions.

Jeffrey M. Darrow, MD

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Boston Plastic Surgeon

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