BA 9 wks ago and scar split. Ps said stitch granuloma but it will not heal and is getting worse. Do I need antibiotics? (Photo)

June 13, 2014
Asked By:Foryormind in Miami, FL

I had breast augmentation 9 weeks ago now I have a hole on my scar that will not heal. PS used silver nitrate after 11 days of hole not healing but that oozed out shortly after and now the opening is much bigger. Do I need antibiotics? How long until I heal?

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June 17, 2014

Answer: No antibiotics

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 17, 2014

Answer: No antibiotics

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 17, 2014

Answer: Simple answer!

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June 17, 2014

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June 17, 2014

Answer: BA 9 wks ago and scar split. Ps said stitch granuloma but it will not heal and is getting worse. Do I need antibiotics?

June 17, 2014

Answer: BA 9 wks ago and scar split. Ps said stitch granuloma but it will not heal and is getting worse. Do I need antibiotics?

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