Why do I still have breast pain and a wound that won’t heal? 7 months post-op.

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I had a breast augmentation at the end of Dec. 4 weeks later they got infected and were removed. A culture was done that showed no growth. I have been dealing with pain in my breast and fluid draining from the incision. I have been out on doxycycline, augmenting, and bactrim. Bactrim was the only med to help but three weeks after stopping the antibiotic my symptoms returned and my almost healed incision opened up. I have had an ultrasound, CT scan but nothing shows any problems in my breast!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi linseychavez,
  
I am sorry to hear about what you are experiencing. It is difficult to ascertain what this is and its causes. It is best that you visit a board certified plastic surgeon to have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
  
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

and even harder on you when having an elective procedure go bad.  If you're having a persistent sinus that wound heal, its possible it would be better to remove that to facilitate your healing as you must be healed and clear of infection for 3-6 months before prudent surgeons would take you back for another attempt.

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