Thinner skin after TE infection: is there a way to strengthen my skin?

September 2, 2017
Asked By:Didihani in Ohio, OH

I am so frustrated . I had mastectomy and a tissue expander was placed in my right breast. I was healing very well. After two weeks I went to my PS and unfortunately cause the doctor removed some of the glue that my wound still needs time to heal . I went home and found a hole that is infected and ther Le was discharge showed infection. My breast swelled and was full of fluid. They removed the TE. My skin now is thin and I am crying a lot. Is there a chance to strengthen my skin

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March 15, 2018

Answer: Thinner skin after TE infection: is there a way to strengthen my skin?

March 15, 2018

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September 6, 2017

Answer: Tissue expander

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September 6, 2017

Answer: Tissue expander

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