Pain & fever 17 days post butt implants. (Photo)

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I did bbl and implants 17 days ago. I still can't walk and I find it harder to walk now than before I got my drains out. It's also still hurts, especially on my left side (which I had a problems with my drains and lost a bit of blood). I still got fever, not all the time but several times a day, right now 39.1c. Is it normal to have fever so long after surgery? I take pills like ibuprofen to get it down but I still can't do anything besides lay in my sofa the whole day. Is my situation normal?

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

If you fever is associated with buttocks swelling then you should see your doctor as you may have a buttocks infection; early intervention can help you save your implants.

Jon Ver Halen, MD, FACS (license suspended) · Answer

Hello and thank you for your excellent question. I suggest that you follow up with your surgeon as soon as possible. It is difficult to tell if anything is going on from your photos, as your buttocks could be fuller from the fat graft, or from underlying inflammation. However, the persistent fever and pain is concerning. Good luck!

Best,
Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS

Harvard educated plastic surgeon

Best,
Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS

Harvard educated plastic surgeon

Pain & fever 17 days post butt implants. (Photo)

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