I've been having issues with my T incision. My PS doesn't seem to be concerned. He said it is probably not an infection but will put me on antibiotics if it makes me feel better. The incision looks purple. I have a follow up appointment on Friday. I am 3 weeks post op.
February 23, 2016
Answer: Incision It is hard to say from the photo, but what I can see is a minor wound breakdown. You should address this with your surgeon.
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February 23, 2016
Answer: Incision It is hard to say from the photo, but what I can see is a minor wound breakdown. You should address this with your surgeon.
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February 22, 2016
Answer: Breast reduction and wound infection Thank you for your question and photographs.Your PS does not seam concerned which is reassuring.This looks like there has been some wound separation and it is a little sloughy. This is not uncommon. It does not necessarily look infected. One can not be entirely sure from a photograph and you should rely on the medical opinion of someone who has examined you in person. However, my impression is that this is not infected and I would not normally treat this appearance with antibiotics unless there were other symptoms of infection.The danger with using antibiotics when it is not infected is that it will encourage the wound to become colonised with antibiotic resistant bacteria. If you then get an infection it will be more difficult to treat.I anticipate that this will heal without antibiotics but keep the situation under review and if in doubt see a doctor for further assessment.Good luck!
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February 22, 2016
Answer: Breast reduction and wound infection Thank you for your question and photographs.Your PS does not seam concerned which is reassuring.This looks like there has been some wound separation and it is a little sloughy. This is not uncommon. It does not necessarily look infected. One can not be entirely sure from a photograph and you should rely on the medical opinion of someone who has examined you in person. However, my impression is that this is not infected and I would not normally treat this appearance with antibiotics unless there were other symptoms of infection.The danger with using antibiotics when it is not infected is that it will encourage the wound to become colonised with antibiotic resistant bacteria. If you then get an infection it will be more difficult to treat.I anticipate that this will heal without antibiotics but keep the situation under review and if in doubt see a doctor for further assessment.Good luck!
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