I haven't contacted my surgeon because it doesn't feel like an emergency. Here are some photos, one from before and one today which is 5 days after surgery. The creeping red mark itches and is hot. Thanks for your opinion and advice!
March 16, 2013
Answer: Infected Chin Implant
First and foremost you should call your surgeon. If you have a temperature (especially >101.5), chills, redness, increased pain and general fatigue then you may have an infection. This warrants IMMEDIATE attention by your surgeon.
Dr. ES
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March 16, 2013
Answer: Infected Chin Implant
First and foremost you should call your surgeon. If you have a temperature (especially >101.5), chills, redness, increased pain and general fatigue then you may have an infection. This warrants IMMEDIATE attention by your surgeon.
Dr. ES
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February 24, 2013
Answer: Concerns of Chin Implant Infection
The two things to distinguish early in the postoperative course following chin implantation would be allergic reaction and infection with an exam. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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February 24, 2013
Answer: Concerns of Chin Implant Infection
The two things to distinguish early in the postoperative course following chin implantation would be allergic reaction and infection with an exam. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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