Does liquid leaking out of my scar mean my my implant leaking?

Dear nola71,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thanks for your question...I would suggest you book an appointment with your surgeon to assess in person. You should not have any fluid leaking from you incision sites at this point. Please see your surgeon.You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.

Regards,

Dear Nola,      It would have been helpful to see your front and side view pictures and sorry for your problem.   Your surgeon is correct and you do not having leaking silicone, however, if you do not have flagrant infection (fever, chills, pus draining) , you might have 'Biofilm' and you should be seen ASAP by your surgeon, to assess your situation and send specimen of the drainage for culture and sensitivity.  I had good success with treating situation like yours with Bactrim DS antibiotics for at least a month in case of MRSA. If the drainage continues despite the treatment, you might need to have the implant removed and wait few months (3-6) for the redoing of the breast augmentation procedure.     Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety. Most importantly, check the before and after pictures of redo breasts augmentation in the photo gallery, to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive with nice cleavage, perky, symmetrical and natural looking.                       Best of luck,                                           Dr Widder   

You have implant exposure and by definition this is infected so it needs to be removed.  If you are not getting the right answer find another surgeon

Most likely you have a seroma (fluid collection) in the pocket around the implant that is leaking through the incision.  The biggest concern is that the implant can become infected.  Your surgeon should see you and should be concerned.  I am frankly so tired of seeing so many questions on this website that involve a surgeon who just doesn't seem to want to see the patient in follow up.  Your implant could be leaking, that would be the better option, it can be replaced immediately.  If your implant gets infected it is a much bigger problem.  Call your surgeon and insist on an appointment and if they won't see you find someone who will do the right thing--examine you.  Sorry for the tirade, but I am frankly fed up with surgeons who don't follow up after surgery.  Good luck, Jane. 

Nola. I appreciate your concern, and I recommend that you insist that your plastic surgeon examines you to evaluate your particular issues. While it is doubtful that the implant is leaking, it sounds like it possibly could be exposed, and this must be addressed immediately. Good luck.

It is very unlikely that this fluid represents your implant leaking. It could be fluid that formed around the implant, which is called a seroma. This needs to be evaluated to be sure you do not have infection. I recommend calling your surgeon’s office to be see sooner rather than later. 

It is unlikely that the fluid that you are noticing is from a leaking implant.  However it is best that you have the area examined by your surgeon to ensure that all is healing normally.  The size difference in your breast could be attributed to swelling that is resolving.

Hello and congratulations on your procedure.  It is highly unlikely that your silicone implant is leaking.  It is more common that you have a developed a seroma or post surgical fluids collection and it is finding its way out of your incision.  This will most likely resolve but I would definitely suggest discussing this with your surgeon.  They may want to start your on antibiotics and determine if you have a fluid collection large enough that needs draining.

It should not be your implant leaking but a wound healing issue. What you see is the fluid that collects after surgery. Please see your surgeon soon for wound assessment. Thanks