I am 9 days post op from a B/L B/A and 4 days ago I started to develop this rash/bruise on my right breast. It hurts when anything touches it and it seems to be getting worse. It doesn't feel like a bruise. Should I be worried? Thank you :)
Answer: What is this on my breast? Congratulations on your recent surgery. I would speak with your surgeon about your concerns. Sometimes redness/rash can be a sign of infection, a reaction to the dressings/surgical tape, or simply bruising that will go away with time. In in person examination is most helpful to determine what's going on.
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Answer: What is this on my breast? Congratulations on your recent surgery. I would speak with your surgeon about your concerns. Sometimes redness/rash can be a sign of infection, a reaction to the dressings/surgical tape, or simply bruising that will go away with time. In in person examination is most helpful to determine what's going on.
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August 17, 2017
Answer: Rash/bruising post surgery Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent procedure! I would schedule an in-person follow up with your surgeon to rule out anything that could become worse or cause you any discomfort. It's possible to have residual bruising but it's best to check with your surgeon. Good luck and congratulations again!
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August 17, 2017
Answer: Rash/bruising post surgery Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent procedure! I would schedule an in-person follow up with your surgeon to rule out anything that could become worse or cause you any discomfort. It's possible to have residual bruising but it's best to check with your surgeon. Good luck and congratulations again!
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August 13, 2017
Answer: What is this on my breast? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Because this is a change in your recovery I would alert your surgeon to the changes so that they can examine you in person. Most likely this is a rash to some product placed on your breast - gauze, ointment, adhesive, etc, but it would be important to rule out a possible infection or hematoma. Hope this helps.
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August 13, 2017
Answer: What is this on my breast? Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Because this is a change in your recovery I would alert your surgeon to the changes so that they can examine you in person. Most likely this is a rash to some product placed on your breast - gauze, ointment, adhesive, etc, but it would be important to rule out a possible infection or hematoma. Hope this helps.
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August 12, 2017
Answer: Redness on breast Thanks for the great question. If your breasts are the same size, then it might just be some bruising which is common after this type of surgery. If the side with the rash/bruising is larger than your other breast then you may have a hematoma which may need to be surgically evacuated. I recommend contacting your surgeon so that they can see you in person to see what's going on. Best of luck and congratulations on your surgery!~Dr. Sieber
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August 12, 2017
Answer: Redness on breast Thanks for the great question. If your breasts are the same size, then it might just be some bruising which is common after this type of surgery. If the side with the rash/bruising is larger than your other breast then you may have a hematoma which may need to be surgically evacuated. I recommend contacting your surgeon so that they can see you in person to see what's going on. Best of luck and congratulations on your surgery!~Dr. Sieber
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Answer: Recommendation Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery!
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Answer: Recommendation Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery!
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