Breast augmentation complications and pain. Is this an Infection? (Photo)

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Desr Doctors, I had a breast augmentation and some complications along with the procedure. Right after surgery, on the 3rd day starting, I started feeling a local sharp pain in my right breast - it felt like somebody would constantly insert a knife. As time passed, this pain started to cover my whole right breast and then 2 months after surgery I had those blisters on my suture. The surgeon still claims to this day, that I did not have an infection but something „unexplainable“.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. It does appear that you had an infection and possible threatened implant with your procedure. Hopefully you are currently doing better with your revision procedure.

Chul Hwan Seul, MD, PhD · Answer

It seems that there is fluid collection, but it is highly likely that a relatively clear fluid without infection is a seroma. When the fluid is accompanied by a bacterial infection, the fluid becomes turbid, and the chest becomes red and feverish. It doesn't seem to have progressed to severe infection yet, but I think we need to remove the fluid properly and treat it well and re-suture it so that the incisions don't spread. Antibiotic therapy to prevent infection is also needed.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Your photos indicate a definite concern and possible infection.  I hope that you were able to have the situation addressed, corrected, and are back to good health at this time.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good evening,
I can't tell from the wording of your post whether or not this is an old problem or a current one? If these pics are current, you need attention right away!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lailasb1993,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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