I was not prescribed an antibiotic after my breast augmentation, is this normal?

August 3, 2013
Asked By:Kllo

I had BA 4days ago and feel great. Upon re-reading the pre-op booklet, it mentions several times the importance of taking the full course of antibiotics. I remember the nurse telling me in my pre-op visit that i would be given antibiotics, however one was ever called in to the pharmacy. I have had a great recovery thus far and actually feel and look really good. My question is should I be concerned about not receiving an antibiotic even though I've done wonderfully without it this many days?

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August 5, 2013

Answer: Antibiotics with breast implant surgery

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Edwin C. Pound, III, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 5, 2013

Answer: Antibiotics with breast implant surgery

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Edwin C. Pound, III, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 5, 2013

Answer: No scientific reason to give antibiotics with breast augmentation.

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Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 5, 2013

Answer: No scientific reason to give antibiotics with breast augmentation.

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Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 4, 2013

Answer: Not Given Antibiotic After Breast Augmentation Normal?

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Tom J. Pousti, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 4, 2013

Answer: Not Given Antibiotic After Breast Augmentation Normal?

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Tom J. Pousti, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Answer: Post operative antibiotics may not be necessary

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Answer: Post operative antibiotics may not be necessary

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