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Is a rash on my breasts after bilateral mastectomy with expanders normal 3 weeks post op?

dm01991Jan 1, 2017
Hi! I had a bilateral mastectomy with expanders 3 weeks ago. I have developed red bumps on my incisions and a rash on both breasts. No fever is present. Do not see plastic surgeon for a week, and wondering if I should try to see him sooner. Getting scared :( Thank you for your advice.

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Dr. Jules Walters, MD
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Dr. Tracy Kayan, MD
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