Scraped knee was/is infected. Can I have breast augmentation surgery tomorrow? (photo)

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I have a breast augmentation surgery scheduled for tomorrow. About a week ago I fell on pavement and scraped my knee. There was/is an infection. My surgeon said if there is an active infection, he will likely not be able to proceed with a surgery. I formed a yellow scab over the wound. Pic attached. Will I be able to have a surgery tomorrow?

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

You should notify your plastic surgeon right away. They are the ones that should make the decision as to whether you should proceed with surgery.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It appears the knee is healing alright, have you been running a fever or have any chills?  If it is just the wound on the knee and no other symptoms, more than likely your surgeon will proceed with the surgery. Good luck.

Matthias Solomon, MD · Answer

You have a surface level problem elsewhere and the photo does not show cellulitis or tissue infection. You should be OK to go ahead with augmentation. But please run this issue with your plastic surgeon so that he can examine you in person before the procedure.

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACS · Answer

I am pretty sure you have a localized problem.  As long as you have no fever, you should be good to go.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi, MD

Atul Kesarwani, MD, FRCSC · Answer

You should contact your surgeon's office, but if you are otherwise well with no systemic signs of infection you should be fine to go ahead.

Scraped knee was/is infected. Can I have breast augmentation surgery tomorrow? (photo)

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