I had breast reconstruction surgery using fat grafting and a breast lift on my healthy breast. Should I be concerned? (Photos)

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3 days after the surgery I started itching between and on top of my breast and I have a rash to go with it, that is also on my stomach.I seen my PS and he put on a 7 day antibiotic treatment, this is day 4 of treatment. This is what it looks like! Is this normal? Please give suggestions

Jules Walters, MD · Answer

You certainly appear to be having some sort of allergic reaction. Keep close contact with your plastic surgeon and things should clear up. Best wishes!

Anthony J. Taglienti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It looks like you had a contact dermatitis - or an allergic reaction - to the dressings, likely. As long as the rash is drying up, there is likely no reason to be concerned. However, if it doesn't get better you may need anti-fungal treatment - but I would simply continue to follow the advice of your Plastic Surgeon. Best of luck!

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