7 years post op breast implants, I have a large abscess in my breast. Could this be due to the implants?

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I have had breast implants for 7 years recently I got a large abscess in my breast. After 3 weeks off sever pain they done an operation. Which I have been getting dressed every 2 days. I am now post op 3 weeks and within one day I had a tiny bit off pain for in it turn into big abscess again. They have put me on antibiotics again. But could this be due to the implants. This is starting to really get me down

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Although the infection was not caused by your implants, if the implant became contaminated it may need to be removed in order to totally clear the infection.  Talk to your surgeon further about your concerns.

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry.

It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.

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7 years post op breast implants, I have a large abscess in my breast. Could this be due to the implants?

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