Swelling at the Inframammary Incision 2 Wks Postop, Infected? (photo)

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I need a second opinion, please. Is my right side incision infected or what else could cause such swelling? My PS says it's not infected, but he did prescribe me antibiotics to reduce risk for infection (preventive measure). It is getting better (the course of antibiotics ended few days ago), but compared to my left side, it is not healing very well. It is a little painful, but only to touch, no drainaige. Any advice will be appreciated.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Any incision will have a certain amount of redness and swelling. It is a normal part of the healing process. Photographs don't demonstrate anything troubling.

Christopher Khorsandi, MD · Answer

is difficult to tell from your photograph whether or not there is an infection present. In the perioperative period there will be redness and swelling around the incision site. Other signs and symptoms to look out for in terms of determining whether or not you have an infection is whether or not you have any fever or chills or general malaise. If there is any drainage or foul odor from your dressing this is another indication of possible infection. Does the area around the incision feel hot to the touch? Is there a tenderness to the skin near the incision? These are some questions that may guide you in your determination however the best recommendation is to follow up with your plastic surgeon immediately.

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

It is imperative that you be seen and examined.  I don't know if an adhesive or glue was used and there is residual product on the wound.  The incision otherwise  appears stable.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

From your photos, nothing looks concerning.  It appears your closure involved raising the edges up against each other.  If you have spreading redness from your incision, you need to contact your surgeon and should be keeping him in the loop.

James Southwell-Keely, MD, FRACS · Answer

I would definitely suggest returning to see your PS and continuing the antibiotics until you see him/her. Perhaps your GP could prescribe you another course in the mean time if your surgeon is unable to see you to ease your mind.

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