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I Am Noticing a Nasty Odor Around the Nipple Graft Area, Could It Be Infected?

Beej
I had a breast reduction one and a half weeks ago. Although I shower daily and change the dressings, I am noticing an odor from the nipple graft area. I am losing sleep and worried that there is an infection going on. Please help ease my mind.

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