Hi, I am 11 days post op from breast reduction and since the 4th or 5th day it has been oozing yellow puss it doesn’t have a smell but I am still really worried that it’s infected my surgeon said it will be fine but I would just like a second opinion as I am very nervous about getting an infected
Answer: Could my breast be infected after breast reduction? (Photo) Separation at the inverted T zone in breast reduction is a very common occurrence. The good news here is that even a separation of 1 to 1.5 cm will likely heal and contract very well to produce a nice thin scar. If there is a great deal of wound separation, this may still heal well, but a revision may be needed in the future. Antibiotics are not needed unless there are signs of infection.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: Could my breast be infected after breast reduction? (Photo) Separation at the inverted T zone in breast reduction is a very common occurrence. The good news here is that even a separation of 1 to 1.5 cm will likely heal and contract very well to produce a nice thin scar. If there is a great deal of wound separation, this may still heal well, but a revision may be needed in the future. Antibiotics are not needed unless there are signs of infection.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction recovery This area can have delayed wound healing. An infection involves more than oozing. I would follow up closely with your Plastic Surgeon as they would know of other concerning symptoms to monitor. Follow the wound care instructions and I anticipate you will heal without any further issues.Good luck with your ongoing recovery.Dr. Eric Wright
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction recovery This area can have delayed wound healing. An infection involves more than oozing. I would follow up closely with your Plastic Surgeon as they would know of other concerning symptoms to monitor. Follow the wound care instructions and I anticipate you will heal without any further issues.Good luck with your ongoing recovery.Dr. Eric Wright
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction Dear saoirseK,
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April 7, 2019
Answer: Breast reduction Dear saoirseK,
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Answer: Infection after breast reduction Your surgeon is in the best position to answer this question. You have had an anchor pattern reduction and the “T” junction is angry which is very common with this technique. Infection is often associated with discharge, redness and fever although its not always the case. Its not uncommon to experience some wound breakdown or discharge from this area after surgery. Follow your surgeons post operative guidelines carefully and let them know about any changes
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Answer: Infection after breast reduction Your surgeon is in the best position to answer this question. You have had an anchor pattern reduction and the “T” junction is angry which is very common with this technique. Infection is often associated with discharge, redness and fever although its not always the case. Its not uncommon to experience some wound breakdown or discharge from this area after surgery. Follow your surgeons post operative guidelines carefully and let them know about any changes
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April 13, 2019
Answer: The "T-Zone" often has a little delayed healing... Hi- you can relax- the T- zone is the tightest for the skin and often has a small amount of what we call delayed healing-- it will probably need a little more time than the rest, but will be fine. You should follow the wound care advice from your plastic surgeon-- she knows your anatomy and situation the best.Breast Wishes
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April 13, 2019
Answer: The "T-Zone" often has a little delayed healing... Hi- you can relax- the T- zone is the tightest for the skin and often has a small amount of what we call delayed healing-- it will probably need a little more time than the rest, but will be fine. You should follow the wound care advice from your plastic surgeon-- she knows your anatomy and situation the best.Breast Wishes
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