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Green drainage after implant removal should be shown to the plastic surgeon, and the patient should continue to be monitored for resolution of infection. Once the implant has been removed and the infection has been adequately treated, implant replacement can be contemplated in 3 to 6 months.
Drains are usually placed after implant removal for infection. The nature of what comes out can vary from clear straw color (like blister fluid) to red (blood) to cloudy. The best thing for you to do is call your plastic surgeon and ask them. They may need to see you to check this out.
I'm sorry to hear of the infection you are experiencing. I encourage you to contact your surgeon regarding the drainage that is being collected in the tube. Further evaluation is needed.
Sorry to hear bout your infection. Green fluid in the drain is probably not good. I would follow closely with your surgeon.
I am sorry to hear about the complication you have experienced after breast augmentation surgery. Hopefully, you are being followed closely by your plastic surgeon who is the best position to advise you about the drain output. This close follow-up is very important, especially if you have any ongoing signs of infection such as fevers, chills, redness on the skin… Best wishes.
Thank you for the question. Unless, the mesh material consists of a foreign body that may be palpable after breast implant removal, it is likely in your best interests not to have the “mesh” removed. Your concerns about the mesh being incorporated into your own tissues are val...
You are very early in your recovery and can expect changes to the appearance of your breasts as healing continues. I encourage you to listen to your surgeon's instructions. The skin may be itchy from the compression wrap. Sometimes placing something non irritating such as a cotton tshirt...
Given your recent explant and mastopexy surgery, combined with the presence of a hematoma, it's important to follow a careful and informed approach to treatment. Here’s a comprehensive guide tailored to your situation: Immediate Steps and Management 1. Ice Application: o When to Use Ice: For t...
Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign...
Unfortunately, no one can provide you with definitive reassurance that any symptomatology well “disappear” after breast implant removal. Rarely, patients will present to our practice requesting breast implant removal, in the hopes that their "autoimmune symptoms” improve.  ...
Hello! Thank you for your question! It is a matter of surgeon preference as well as what is seen during your procedure that will determine whether or not a complete capsulectomy is performed. If significant capsule formation is seen intraoperatively, a full capsule removal may be warranted...
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