I'm 19 days post op and my nipple is discolored and I have an infection in all my incisions. I had thr surgery done out of state and cant see my surgeon.. any advice? I've been washing with dial and using triple antibiotic
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January 25, 2019
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Hello,It seems counterproductive to apply a layer of aquaphor over the Biocorneum. The topical silicone scar treatment should be all you need beginning approximately 3 weeks after your surgery, once your incisions are well healed. All the best,Dr. Lee
Your nipples should be placed in the center of your breast mound, as they are now. Otherwise, if placed higher, they will pop out of bras and swimsuits.
Since you have a hole, you need to avoid tape and actually treat the opening to avoid an infection. I recommend diluted Betadine solution with saline on gauze applied twice daily. It would be best to contact your surgeon. Incisions should not be opening now.