5 weeks post op, infection??? Started by: Anonymous

i found this online hun might help….”Implant infection is truly a rare event and happens in the range of 1 out of a 1000. It is difficult to assess if your infection is a localized suture abscess or possible infected area of fat necrosis versus a true implant infection. In the case of the latter, the entire breast tends to be swollen and red.. Generally speaking a course of antibiotics may be recommended”

Apply something like savlon or an antibacterial cream and keep an eye on yourself for tell tale signs such as pain, reddness, swelling, and fever but consult your gp as soon as you can, can never be too safe when it comes to your health hun 🙂 x

this is a slow reply but I’m a nurse and although it’s hard to see from this photo, I would say don’t worry but do call MYA help line.
You can go to the pharmacist and show them (they almost always have a private consultation room), pharmacists have a huge amount of knowledge and can maybe suggest something to help.
Otherwise I would suggest cleaning with saline only, let it dry and put on a dressing and check on it daily.
don’t freak yourself out and hope it’s all cleared up soon!
and never, ever, ever, google anything health wise it literally will tell you the worst case and just freak you out 😀

yes looks slightly infected, id go to your GP hun, he should be able to prescribe some antibiotics, will usually take a swab and see what ones you need, shouldnt take long to heal 😀 xx