Cellulitis After Breast Implant Replacement and Lift

May 6, 2009
Asked By:mary joe in paris tx

I had breast implant replacement and breast lift done a week ago. I have cellulitis in the left breast. It is very painful red and swollen. I don't have fever yet. My surgeon put me on Bactrim. Does this sound like an appropriate drug? Also, I've heard that once people get an infection, they most likely need to have the implants removed. What are the chances this will happen to me? This is very stressful!

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May 9, 2009

Answer: Breast Infection and Implants

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May 9, 2009

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February 25, 2010

Answer: Cellulitis of breast

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February 25, 2010

Answer: Cellulitis of breast

June 18, 2017

Answer: Close follow-up is important here

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Answer: Close follow-up is important here

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February 12, 2010

Answer: Infection after breast lift with breast implants can be only skin deep.

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Answer: Infection after breast lift with breast implants can be only skin deep.

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