SIgns of infection...

dillonsgirl · 08-21-2007, 08:25 PM

I'm having a hard time figureing out if i'm developing an infection...

I just had my BL/breast augmentation last Friday morning...i know 1 sign is the feeling of "hot" or is it warmth? I feel warm...but heck my whole body feels warm...head stomach, breasts, i'm paranoid that i'm developing an infection...i do not believe i am terribly swollen either ( u can tell by my pics)..i have some slt bruising...maybe you can tell by my pic...

thanks...

32AAgyrl · 08-21-2007, 10:53 PM

Not sure if it could be an infection...but I would call the surgeons office just to make sure!...never ever hessitate to call...that's y they are there!

sweet-t · 08-24-2007, 08:42 PM

Hey girl...first of all, yeah---when you are worried, always call the PS. That is what they are there for!

I did develop an infection around 3 weeks post-op. My symptoms were fever, then some discomfort, then remarkable swelling, redness, and pain in my left breast. I also had quite a bit of fluid leaking.

It is not uncommon to feel warm all over after surgery. Are you taking your temperature? I think it's a good idea for the first several weeks to make it a habit several times a day.

So, the things to look for are fever, redness, swelling, and pain. I also realize now, looking back, that I felt pretty achy at the time as well.

Try not to worry---one good way to avoid worry is to check in with the PS anytime you have a concern. Don't worry about looking "stupid"!!! Who cares?!? It's YOUR health!

good luck!

08-21-2007, 08:25 PM	#1
dillonsgirl Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: TEXAS Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	SIgns of infection... I'm having a hard time figureing out if i'm developing an infection... I just had my BL/breast augmentation last Friday morning...i know 1 sign is the feeling of "hot" or is it warmth? I feel warm...but heck my whole body feels warm...head stomach, breasts, i'm paranoid that i'm developing an infection...i do not believe i am terribly swollen either ( u can tell by my pics)..i have some slt bruising...maybe you can tell by my pic... thanks...

08-21-2007, 10:53 PM	#2
32AAgyrl Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 183 Thanks: 173 Thanked 56 Times in 48 Posts	Not sure if it could be an infection...but I would call the surgeons office just to make sure!...never ever hessitate to call...that's y they are there! __________________ Dr. Simeon Wall Jr.

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08-24-2007, 08:42 PM	#3
sweet-t Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 1,072 Thanks: 769 Thanked 528 Times in 426 Posts	Hey girl...first of all, yeah---when you are worried, always call the PS. That is what they are there for! I did develop an infection around 3 weeks post-op. My symptoms were fever, then some discomfort, then remarkable swelling, redness, and pain in my left breast. I also had quite a bit of fluid leaking. It is not uncommon to feel warm all over after surgery. Are you taking your temperature? I think it's a good idea for the first several weeks to make it a habit several times a day. So, the things to look for are fever, redness, swelling, and pain. I also realize now, looking back, that I felt pretty achy at the time as well. Try not to worry---one good way to avoid worry is to check in with the PS anytime you have a concern. Don't worry about looking "stupid"!!! Who cares?!? It's YOUR health! good luck!