My wound is infected after breast lift. What should I do? (Photo)

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hi this is my second review I had implants put in in Jan and had a T lift just recently. I am now almost 3 weeks post op. I have a infection wound on each breast. I feel there getting bigger and I'm worried. my surgeon is in Costa Rica I'm in Toronto. I'm finishing antibiotics today he says continue fusidic ointment once a day clean with peroxide once a day but I feel everything I put the cream it makes it worse. u. help :(

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

I do not think that your situation can be managed long distance or online. You need to be seen as soon as possible by a medical professional who is very experienced in wound care/ infection and ideally, by a local Board Certified Plastic surgeon. The Peroxide is not helpful and there may be a few immediate, serious interventions required, including antibiotics. Please have this seen and treated immediately,Best of luck

Erik Miles, MD, FACS · Answer

Don't mean to pile on, but this is what happens when you travel abroad for a procedure and have no ability to follow up with your surgeon. This forum is not a substitute for an examination and management by a qualified plastic surgeon. Based on your pictures, it appears that you have had some skin loss and possibly some loss of the underlying breast tissue. Without proper management it is possible that the breast implants could become infected.  if this occurs they need to be removed.  Long term peroxide use has been shown to inhibit wound healing.  My advice is to fly back to see your surgeon so you can be evaluated and treated. Good luck!

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

I will recommend you seek medical attention for this wound. You need consistent follow ups with a medical professional to ensure the wound is progressing and healing. See your plastic surgeon, if this is not possible contact your surgeon and discuss a possible referral to a colleague in your area. Either way you should be seen. Ensure you are educated on signs of infection such as, fever, chills, heat to the area, redness etc. if you are experiencing these symptoms make sure you seek treatment. All the Best.

Burr von Maur, MD · Answer

It's important to seek out a local Board Certified Plastic Surgeon immediately.This open wound needs special by an experienced Plastic Surgeon.

Johnny Chung, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend finding a board-certified plastic surgeon locally to evaluate your wound. You may need antibiotics to prevent spread of infection if your breast is red. If you don't seek medical attention you may lose your implants.

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