How to recognize infection symptoms after breast augmentation?

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A: Infection seems probable, but does it involve the implant?

By John P. Di Saia, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Hello, Tenderness and redness 1 month after breast augmentation are not normal. The question is really whether or not your implant is involved. If it is, the antibiotics will not work. If it is not, they might. A fever is not always part of the picture. Follow the problem along with your surgeon closely. At... more

A: Not normal after one month

By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Selena, It is not normal to have redness and tenderness one month after a breast augmentation. Both of these symptoms are suggestive of infection. Your surgeon is probably trying to salvage the implant with the courses of antibiotics that you are taking. Close follow up with your surgeon is... more

A: You need to follow very closely with your surgeon

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

If there is any question that you have an infection, then you need to follow very closely with your surgeon. If it is a superficial skin infection, then you may be able to treat it with antibiotics. However, if you have a deep infection or an infection of the implant itself, there is a chance that you may... more

A: Please go back to your doctor

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

What you are describing is not normal for breast augmentation recovery. It is very possible you have an infection and antibiotics usually won't fix it. Best to go back to your plastic surgeon right away for another exam. Good luck!

A: You need to follow up with your surgeon

By Michael A. Marschall, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

With the history you give, there is a chance that the implant is involved. Frequent evaluations by your surgeon would be necessary. If it is determined to be an issue, the implant would need to come out, with analysis of the fluid surrounding it to see what type of bacteria is involved. After a suitable... more

A: You probably do have a low grade infection.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi. In my opinion, you need to be seeing your surgeon at least twice a week until your right breast is entirely normal or until it becomes obvious that the implant is infected.

A: Good question

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Your recovery already is not normal. You have had 2 different antibiotics, and likely a third just prior to the surgery. You are still red, and tender. Is the breast firmer than the other side? Signs of infection include fever, pain, swelling, local heat. I would... more

A: Implant infections are usually obvious- you'll know

By Armando Soto, MD - Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Hi there- Congratulations on your new implants... While it is possible you have an infection of your skin and soft tissues (called cellulitis), an infection that involves your implants would be very rapidly progressive and associated with high fevers, worsening pain, and worsening swelling (even on... more

A: When in doubt see your doctor.

By William B. Rosenblatt, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Don't try to play physician. When in doubt go back to your doctor. They know best and should be able to take care of you.