Post Op Infection

shzlaw2 · 11-18-2009, 06:17 PM

Hi, I'm quite new to this site, but have really been enjoying the preliminary info. and research just before undergoing my aug. on Nov. 6. Now, about a week and a half out, I have developed an infection on my left side, including fever, pain and increased drainage. Went to dr and was placed on strong antibiotics. Anyone ever had treatment with antibiotics first rather than going straight back into surgery for drainage or removal of the implant? I was just beginning to feel better and enjoy the "girls" when this happened and am so discouraged. Any thoughts would be much appreciated!!

TrickyNikki · 11-18-2009, 06:46 PM

Dont have my implants yet, but I hope everything clears up for you!

shzlaw2 · 11-18-2009, 07:15 PM

Thanks :-) Good luck to you!!

supernova · 11-18-2009, 08:01 PM

i'm crossing my fingers for you.. I bet those antibiotics will kick the infections ass..and you will still have your boobies

Boobies09 · 11-19-2009, 10:34 AM

I sure wish you well. I had a Staph infection and had to have one removed. Please take care and just do what the Dr says.

mprs · 11-21-2009, 11:38 AM

Mine did clear up with antibiotics, but they have to be the right antibiotcs because MANY infections are resistant to the normal antibiotics, especially if it is a staff infection. I insisted my doctor take a culture (or a blood test might work if you have no open area's). And I was right, as the antibiotics that I was given were not working. If you do not feel improvement in 5 days, I would have your doctor change your antibiotics.

Also, if your incision looks red (or sore) dab it with Alchohol after your shower, and a few times a day, and by all means keep it covered with a small dab of antibiotic ointment, and gauze/tape. I did get rid of mine that way, when I heard my implant might have to be removed.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

11-18-2009, 06:17 PM	#1
shzlaw2 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 16 Thanks: 9 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Post Op Infection Hi, I'm quite new to this site, but have really been enjoying the preliminary info. and research just before undergoing my aug. on Nov. 6. Now, about a week and a half out, I have developed an infection on my left side, including fever, pain and increased drainage. Went to dr and was placed on strong antibiotics. Anyone ever had treatment with antibiotics first rather than going straight back into surgery for drainage or removal of the implant? I was just beginning to feel better and enjoy the "girls" when this happened and am so discouraged. Any thoughts would be much appreciated!!

11-18-2009, 06:46 PM	#2
TrickyNikki TrickyNikki <3 Boobies Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: NE PA Posts: 564 Thanks: 211 Thanked 200 Times in 168 Posts	Dont have my implants yet, but I hope everything clears up for you! __________________ Nikki Height: 5'6 Weight: 140lbs Pre breast augmentation: 36A Post breast augmentation: 36D Mentor Saline Smooth Round Mod+ 425 cc filled to 510cc Under the muscle Transaxillary Incision breast augmentation Date: January 11th, 2010 Only accepting FR from active posters

11-18-2009, 07:15 PM	#3
shzlaw2 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 16 Thanks: 9 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks :-) Good luck to you!! __________________ 5'7" 135lbs. PreBA: Deflated 36 B after breastfeeding two little ones Post breast augmentation: Not sure yet- dealing with infection breast augmentation Date: November 6, 2009 Naturelle Saline Inframammary Crease 450 cc

11-18-2009, 08:01 PM	#4
supernova Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 633 Thanks: 59 Thanked 98 Times in 89 Posts	i'm crossing my fingers for you.. I bet those antibiotics will kick the infections ass..and you will still have your boobies __________________ Annie Currently: Deflated B/C from breastfeeding my daughter for 2.5 years.. Want Silicone Unders hopefully 425 cc's. with lollipop lift! Height 5'0.75" Weight 120-12

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11-19-2009, 10:34 AM	#5
Boobies09 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spring, Texas Posts: 20 Thanks: 10 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	I sure wish you well. I had a Staph infection and had to have one removed. Please take care and just do what the Dr says.

11-21-2009, 11:38 AM	#6
mprs mprs Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 687 Thanks: 1 Thanked 191 Times in 175 Posts	Mine did clear up with antibiotics, but they have to be the right antibiotcs because MANY infections are resistant to the normal antibiotics, especially if it is a staff infection. I insisted my doctor take a culture (or a blood test might work if you have no open area's). And I was right, as the antibiotics that I was given were not working. If you do not feel improvement in 5 days, I would have your doctor change your antibiotics. Also, if your incision looks red (or sore) dab it with Alchohol after your shower, and a few times a day, and by all means keep it covered with a small dab of antibiotic ointment, and gauze/tape. I did get rid of mine that way, when I heard my implant might have to be removed. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

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