2 weeks post op breast reduction. Is betadine safe to put on separation points?

May 30, 2018
Asked By:jessbales in Chicago, IL

I had a breast reduction 2 weeks ago Monday and I have had separation in 3 areas. My ps is out of town and the on call or says he would like me to discontinue using the xerofoam and a&d. He wants me to start just costing the area with Betadine. Does that sounds right?????

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June 1, 2018

Answer: Incision healing

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: 2 weeks post op breast reduction. Is betadine safe to put on separation points?

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Answer: 2 weeks post op breast reduction. Is betadine safe to put on separation points?

May 31, 2018

Answer: Betadine to wound

Susan Buenaventura, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 31, 2018

Answer: Betadine to wound

Susan Buenaventura, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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