Is my incision/implant infected? Should I be concerned? (photo)

September 23, 2018
Asked By:Forrest1983 in Hammond, LA

I have a small sore that had pus in it on my incision. I have a slight burning on the same breast. The chest wall feels a little bruised as well. Should I be concerned? Can this be treated with just antibiotic ointment or will my implant have to be removed?

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September 27, 2018

Answer: Wound Problems

Donald R. Revis Jr, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 27, 2018

Answer: Wound Problems

Donald R. Revis Jr, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Incision infection?

Peter D. Geldner, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Incision infection?

Peter D. Geldner, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Infected

Brian C. Reuben, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Infected

Brian C. Reuben, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 24, 2018

Answer: Infection

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Infection

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Is my incision/implant infected? Should I be concerned?

Nelson Castillo, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2018

Answer: Is my incision/implant infected? Should I be concerned?

Nelson Castillo, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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