Infection to implant removal. Were these two infections related? (Photo)

February 26, 2022
Asked By:Marn1972 in New Hope, Pennsylvania

Trying to make sense, 49 y/o. Lift w/implants on Sept 9. Looked great. Seemed to be healing normally. On Oct 13, infection on right nipple (picture incl) which was treated with 10 days of Bactrin DS and ointment. Healed fine after 2 weeks. Surgeon suspected suture colonization. At 6 mths post op, pain on gala flex on outer end of breast, followed by painful lump there, red spreading across bottom of breast, fever and chills, swollen breast. Implant removed. Related infections?

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February 27, 2022

Answer: Infection

February 27, 2022

Answer: Infection

March 3, 2022

Answer: Infections

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