I developed a hematoma in my right breast 10 days post op (had implant revision with lift around areolas). My PS said he could not drain it because it will risk infection. I will be 3 weeks post op tomorrow. The swelling has gone down but I am still badly bruised. I will be seeing my PS again tomorrow. Are there risks of leaving the hematoma to dissolve on its own? Or should It be surgically removed?
October 16, 2017
Answer: Risks of leaving a hematoma The risks of draining is infection. The risks of leaving it is capsular contracture or infection. Only your surgeon can give you the best advice as he she knows all of the variables.Best of luck!
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October 16, 2017
Answer: Risks of leaving a hematoma The risks of draining is infection. The risks of leaving it is capsular contracture or infection. Only your surgeon can give you the best advice as he she knows all of the variables.Best of luck!
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October 16, 2017
Answer: Are there risks of leaving the hematoma to dissolve on its own? Its a fine line between what should and should not be drained. If there is just bruising then there isn't much that can be done, but if there is actually a pocket of blood then removal is a consideration. Blood causes inflammation which can lead to capsular contracture, so typically we dont want to see any blood in the pocket at all. Ultimately your surgeon is the one who is seeing you in person, so you have to trust that judgement call over anything you get online. Best of luck!
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October 16, 2017
Answer: Are there risks of leaving the hematoma to dissolve on its own? Its a fine line between what should and should not be drained. If there is just bruising then there isn't much that can be done, but if there is actually a pocket of blood then removal is a consideration. Blood causes inflammation which can lead to capsular contracture, so typically we dont want to see any blood in the pocket at all. Ultimately your surgeon is the one who is seeing you in person, so you have to trust that judgement call over anything you get online. Best of luck!
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