Can I go through with a breast augmentation if I have colonized MRSA? Worth the risk?

August 14, 2023
Asked By:Charming339727 in Madison, Wisconsin

I just learned that I have colonized MRSA in my nares, I don’t have any symptoms of infection on my body anywhere. I plan to treat it now but am I foolish to risk getting breast implants in a few months? I know MRSA tends to like implanted devices from what I’ve read. Is it worth the risk? Will my MRSA come back and attack the implants?

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August 17, 2023

Answer: Breast Augmentation in the setting of MRSA exposure

August 17, 2023

Answer: Breast Augmentation in the setting of MRSA exposure

August 17, 2023

Answer: Safe to proceed with surgery.

August 17, 2023

Answer: Safe to proceed with surgery.

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