What does this look like? Implant Extrusion? (photo)

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Freaking out. What does this look like? No symptoms other then a little irritation and fluid coming out.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

From your photo your wound had separated and your implant is exposed. You should be seen by your plastic surgeon immediately for further care.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your picture.  You have would breakdown and an implant exposure.  You need to see your plastic surgeon ASAP to hopefully prevent loss of your implant.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

It appears your implant is exposed.  I would discuss with your plastic surgeon.  Sometimes resuturing the wound can work but it is risky and can lead to an outright infection.  The safest bet is in a sterile OR environment to exchange the implant, washout the implant cavity and reclose the wound.

Todd Pollock, MD · Answer

Yes, your wound has broken down and your implant is exposed. You need to see your surgeon immediately.

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

I think your implant is exposed. See your surgeon ASAP. He will probably have to wash out and replace your implant or remove for now and replace in several weeks. Good luck.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Yes there is exposed implant through the incision being open. In my opinion implant removal, healing for 3 to 6 months than re insertion of new implant is warranted..

John Davison, MBChB, MSc, FRCSEd(plast) · Answer

I'm sorry, but you certainly have exposure of your underlying breast implant. This will not get better, and can get worse and be really distressing for you. You need to see your surgeon as soon as you can.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear about the concerns you have;  I am also sorry to let you know that I do think that you are dealing with an implant exposure problem. Of course, your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource for accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.  Best wishes.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photo and it does appear that your implant is exposed so get back to your surgeon 
ASAP

Dr. Corbin

What does this look like? Implant Extrusion? (photo)

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