How Long for Cellulitis to Heal S/p Medial Thigh Lift? (photo)

The vast majority of wound infections develop in the immediate post-operative period. This typically occurs when small areas of separation occur in the wound closure. This allows bacteria the opportunity to set up along absorbable suture lines. Once established in this location, infection can result in a spreading cellulitis.The treatment of this condition requires the use of appropriate antibiotics. In this particular case, you've had two treatment courses without success. It might be helpful to culture the wound and tailor the antibiotic choice to the specific bacteria noted. In some cases, removal of the underlying sutures may be necessary, as well.It's important to maintain close contact with your plastic surgeon. When this type of stubborn infection occurs, it might also be helpful to obtain an infectious disease consultation.

Hi Bekiern

Sorry to hear about your ongoing infection. The antibiotics that you are on should be right. The site of that wound sets it up for potential problems.

I would continue on the current antibiotics and stay in close contact with your surgeon. You will likely need to be on the antibiotics for several weeks whilst the sutures dissolve and the wound settles.

Good luck

Dr Gavin Sandercoe

A thigh lift incision can certainly give you some problems.  If you are on the right antibiotic  I would expect cellulitis to start getting better in just a few days.  The problem with this incision is that it stays very moist and retains fluid.  If the sutures get infected they have to be removed.