Is breast explant the best choice moving forward? Persistent seroma (Photo)

August 5, 2022
Asked By:queenoflean in England, United Kingdom

I had severe bilateral capsular contracture so needed to remove my previous implants and undertake change of implants. 1 month post-op, I have developed persistent leaking seroma on my right breast and the incision site wouldn’t heal because of it. I have been on antibiotics and steroids but nothing helped. The PS does not recommend a drain or aspiration as he said it will make it worse. Is breast explant the best choice moving forward? Thanks.

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August 10, 2022

Answer: Breast seroma

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August 9, 2022

Answer: Is breast explant the best choice moving forward?

August 9, 2022

Answer: Is breast explant the best choice moving forward?

August 8, 2022

Answer: Seroma

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 8, 2022

Answer: Seroma

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August 8, 2022

Answer: Seroma

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August 8, 2022

Answer: Seroma

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 9, 2022

Answer: Seroma

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August 9, 2022

Answer: Seroma

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