Three days post implant removal. I removed under local and haven’t taken any pain meds. Day 2 I removed bandage and put on sports bra but noticed pink rash (super itchy) went to urgent care and they said contact dermatitis from bra or surgery prep solution. Taken Benadryl but no real improvement. Any ideas ?
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Thanks for writing,I believe in the immediate post-op time frame compression is helpful. A few things need to happen, compression helps with swelling, the compression helps to ensure the correct positioning of the breast tissue while the skin readapts and shrinks. I usually recommend this for a ...
Dear mumtofive,Every surgeon has a preferred type of bra that they let their patients wear after breast augmentation, as this would depend on various factors like the type of surgery performed and the size of the implant used. You should discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon and ...
Hi @Exquisite687809, thank you for your question. The area that you notice "puffy* may be inflammation, and perhaps some fluid that continues to accumulate, however, the body itself will drain it naturally over the days. Anyway, if you notice anything abnormal, the recommendation is to consult...
