Infection on stitches after breast lift and explant with restless legs, chills and body aches. (Photos)

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Hi. I am 16 days after my surgery. Is it normal to be feeling this way. My stitches got infected.. my surgeon put me on 2 antibiotics.. clindamycin and sulfamethoxazole ... last night I had bad chills and body aches... today chills subsided but restless legs are a nightmare.. my left breast is in pain. I'm a fitness instructor so I'm used to moving and haven't exercised since before the surgery. Are these normal symptoms of an infection. My left breast keeps oozing. I'm worried.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

The patient will go home in a bra or with only
light dressings over the incision lines. Sutures are dissolvable but an ending
knot, if present is removed within 1-2 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily
controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days.
All surgical procedures carry some degree of
risk Any breast operation can result in changes in sensation. This happens less
with lifts than reductions but is still possible Occasionally, minor
complications occur and do not affect the surgical outcome. Major complications
associated with this procedure are rare. The suitability of the breast lift
procedure and specific risks may be determined during your consultation. 
#Hypertrophic or #keloid scars can be a
problem. The worst are usually under the breast with an #AnchorLift or inverted
“T”. These can be treated like all thickened scars with re-excision, laser,
kenalog/5-FU injections, creams, silicone strips and other methods to reduce
and improve healing. If you are worried at all about an infection it would be best to visit your surgeon right away to have the area examined. Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

More information would be needed.  Do you have implants as well?  How much drainage is there?  Are the breasts red?  Best to be seen in person.  Good luck.

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