Itchy After Taking Antibiotics After Breast Augmentation, is This Normal?

Antibiotics are an important part of breast augmentation, because of the presence of implants and the potential for bacteria causing biofilm and capsular contracture, or even overt infection; thus, most surgeons will prescribe a short course of peri-operative antibiotics that we want our patients to take until gone.

But in cases like yours, where you are noting body itch (any redness or hives?), this could be a sign of allergic reaction to one of your medications (not necessarily your antibiotic, unless this is all you are taking). Oral Benadryl (available at your pharmacy without a prescription) is a good second step, right after you call your surgeon and find out what s/he recommends. This is a question we all have heard a few times.

Call your surgeon now (yes, even on the weekend). Best wishes for a great recovery and result! Dr. Tholen

This question should be addressed to your surgeon. Itching is a suggestion of allergy to something--antibiotic, pain meds, surgical prep. 

Your surgeon can ask a few added questions over the phone and decide if you need to be seen, or just need a change in medication. Call today. All the best.