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Theycallmecarmela · 07-18-2008, 01:37 PM

Is giving me so many problems, yesterday found out had an infection in my crease incision and this morning when I went to change my gauze my vertical incision from the lift is bleeding. Called my PS but he was in surgery. I really hope this is not warning signal. I'm very nervous.

JJ1979 · 07-18-2008, 03:06 PM

I'm sorry sweetie...I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!

oliveskinlover · 07-18-2008, 05:02 PM

Ahhhhh, it can be so nerve wracking. The nurse couldn't give you any advice? Any word back yet from your surgeon?

Try to not get yourself too worked up - I know it's scary though... Hopefully you'll get answers in the next hour or so from his office..... Please let us all know too.

Slinky · 07-18-2008, 08:08 PM

YOu NEED to get in to see your PS. I hope you already have. If not, bug the office until you can be seen. Infection is nothing to mess around with. It only gets worse without treatment. For now, just keep the incisions clean and dry. Please let us know how you're doing.

Slinky

Theycallmecarmela · 07-18-2008, 08:29 PM

Thanks for the support, it's much appreciated. The last ten days have been a roller coaster ride.

When my PS called me back I told him the situation and he told me to come in right away. The crease incision is oozing and the lift incision was bleeding less than this morning. He cleaned everything and put on sterile gauze. Told me he didn't want me wearing the bra or the strap all weekend and to keep immobile as much as possible. I go back in Monday. He gave me his cell number in case anything else happens over the weekend. This really has me very scared. I've never had surgery in my life, which is weird for someone my age, so I don't know how my body heals.

Anyone had any experience with this?

titangirl · 07-18-2008, 08:29 PM

Ill keep my fingers crossed for ya!!! Hang in there!

Alaria · 07-18-2008, 09:08 PM

I will be praying for you. I've never had anything like that happen to me but follow his instructions. You have his cell incase of anything happening so that is a good thing. Take it easy and try to relax. Keep us posted please.

lennie · 07-19-2008, 12:12 AM

Keep us all informed of how things are going. We will be thinking of you and use that cell # if you feel you need to--that is what it is for!!! BIG HUG!!

MASONS GIRL · 07-19-2008, 12:39 AM

Big hugs and best wishes for a speedy recovery. I'll definitely keep you in my thoughts so please keep us posted as to how you're doing. Take it easy and get lots it rest...

harleysmom · 07-19-2008, 01:03 AM

I haven't had experience in this, but I am sorry you are going through it. I was glad to hear that you were able to see your PS. Listen to your PS, rest, and speedy recovery!

juju corona · 07-19-2008, 01:29 AM

Keeping you in my prayers too!! Hope you heal quickly.

kpang78 · 07-19-2008, 11:24 AM

Oh no! I hope everything turns out okay, keep us updated this weekend!

Theycallmecarmela · 07-20-2008, 10:44 AM

Thanks again for all the kind wishes. I just changed all the dressings again and the amount of "stuff" coming out of the incision sites have not changed since Thursday. I'm taking high doses of Cipro and I thought I would see some improvement in the last few days.

I've read in the forums where the implant had to be removed due to an infection but has anyone out there had an infection and had it cleared up without removal?

Cyndist · 07-20-2008, 11:52 AM

Hello.
I'm a frequent reader on here but have not posted much!

I had BL/BA 10/07, with a revision four weeks ago. I have a spot on my "T" section that has not healed yet and it has been monitored for infection, but no infection thus far. Are you sure you are actually infected or is it just a slow healing spot?

The reason I'm asking is because at first, my doctor wasn't sure if I was developing an early infection or was a slow healer in that spot. With good self-care to the wound and another round of antibiotics I seem to have avoided a serious infection, and am starting to heal.

With my original BA/BL I also had a spot that oozed yellow and was slow to heal on the other breast but with another round of antibiotics and good wound care I came out ok with that, too.

Obviously I am not an expert, but an infection in the incision is not as serious as when the pocket itself becomes infected. An incision infection CAN spread to the pocket but in my situation I was able to knock it down, implants are still intact and hopefully the same thing happens for you.

Best wishes.

plum*crazy · 07-20-2008, 12:13 PM

Just wanted to send you well wishes that everythng is better soon. Glad you have your PS's cell phone in case you need it that was so nice of him.

Theycallmecarmela · 07-20-2008, 02:53 PM

Cyndlist, Thanks so much for your reply. When my PS first noticed it there was only a slightly red irritation in the incision when he was taking my stitches out. I thought it was just an irritation from the bra and strap but he put me on more antibiotics right away. The actual drainage of the yellow stuff started the next day. I hope as in your case it heals on it's own without going into the pocket. Good luck to you on your recovery.

mayaonearth · 07-20-2008, 04:54 PM

I hope things clear up for you, and no more complications. If I read your post right, you go back to your ps tommorow.. let us know how it goes, sending lots of positive energy for you.

07-18-2008, 01:37 PM	#1
Theycallmecarmela Can't Wait For 6 Weeks Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 193 Thanks: 145 Thanked 97 Times in 81 Posts	'Ol Righty Is giving me so many problems, yesterday found out had an infection in my crease incision and this morning when I went to change my gauze my vertical incision from the lift is bleeding. Called my PS but he was in surgery. I really hope this is not warning signal. I'm very nervous. __________________ Height: 5' 7" Weight: 165 (still losing) Pre BA: 38C Inamed Saline Unders 360's filled to 420 Anchor Lift Post BA: 38DD BA date: July 8th

07-18-2008, 03:06 PM	#2
JJ1979 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 412 Thanks: 123 Thanked 139 Times in 132 Posts	I'm sorry sweetie...I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! __________________ Age:28 Weight: 127 lbs. Height: 5'2" RC: 32" Preop: Deflated 36 B BA: 6-27-08 Cohesive Gel Unders Mod+ 600 ccs Hoping for a FULL D or DD!

07-18-2008, 05:02 PM	#3
oliveskinlover I C You! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bordertown WA Posts: 1,055 Thanks: 439 Thanked 434 Times in 377 Posts	Ahhhhh, it can be so nerve wracking. The nurse couldn't give you any advice? Any word back yet from your surgeon? Try to not get yourself too worked up - I know it's scary though... Hopefully you'll get answers in the next hour or so from his office..... Please let us all know too. __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* Married for 21 years, 42 y/o, 2 adult daughters 5'4", 140 lbs, 339 cc's left, 280 cc's right Inamed smooth silicone overs Pre-BA: (R) 34B (L) 34A; Post-BA: Full "C" L & R BA: 11/28/07 Crease Rev/CC Repair on Lefty/"Nemo": 3/3/08 Open Capsulotomy for CC on Righty, upcoming

07-18-2008, 08:08 PM	#4
Slinky Forum Moderator Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: US of A Posts: 4,193 Thanks: 684 Thanked 2,133 Times in 1,740 Posts	YOu NEED to get in to see your PS. I hope you already have. If not, bug the office until you can be seen. Infection is nothing to mess around with. It only gets worse without treatment. For now, just keep the incisions clean and dry. Please let us know how you're doing. Slinky __________________

07-18-2008, 08:29 PM	#5
Theycallmecarmela Can't Wait For 6 Weeks Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 193 Thanks: 145 Thanked 97 Times in 81 Posts	Thanks for the support, it's much appreciated. The last ten days have been a roller coaster ride. When my PS called me back I told him the situation and he told me to come in right away. The crease incision is oozing and the lift incision was bleeding less than this morning. He cleaned everything and put on sterile gauze. Told me he didn't want me wearing the bra or the strap all weekend and to keep immobile as much as possible. I go back in Monday. He gave me his cell number in case anything else happens over the weekend. This really has me very scared. I've never had surgery in my life, which is weird for someone my age, so I don't know how my body heals. Anyone had any experience with this? __________________ Height: 5' 7" Weight: 165 (still losing) Pre BA: 38C Inamed Saline Unders 360's filled to 420 Anchor Lift Post BA: 38DD BA date: July 8th

07-18-2008, 08:29 PM	#6
titangirl Is having a good day Join Date: May 2008 Location: memphis, tn Posts: 440 Thanks: 107 Thanked 170 Times in 159 Posts	Ill keep my fingers crossed for ya!!! Hang in there! __________________ 5'3'' 110lbs 29 yrs old Pre BA - 34B Post BA - Full C Surgery Date 5/16/08 Mentor Smooth Round HP Saline L:250cc R:275cc

07-18-2008, 09:08 PM	#7
Alaria Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 922 Thanks: 312 Thanked 397 Times in 353 Posts	I will be praying for you. I've never had anything like that happen to me but follow his instructions. You have his cell incase of anything happening so that is a good thing. Take it easy and try to relax. Keep us posted please. __________________ 5'2-90 Lbs. Pre-BA=30A Post-BA=30DD 300ccs-Moderate Profile Saline-Sub-Pectoral Peri-areolar Incision

07-19-2008, 12:12 AM	#8
lennie Join Date: May 2008 Location: N/A Posts: 855 Thanks: 378 Thanked 311 Times in 293 Posts	Keep us all informed of how things are going. We will be thinking of you and use that cell # if you feel you need to--that is what it is for!!! BIG HUG!! __________________ Height: 5' 4 1/2" Weight: 111 Pre BA: 32b/34a (lots of extra room in bra) 350 cc's Mentor Silicone HP's Unders[/size] Crease Incision 28" ribcage Post BA: 32D/34C BA date: June 6

07-19-2008, 12:39 AM	#9
MASONS GIRL Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 208 Thanks: 66 Thanked 140 Times in 112 Posts	Big hugs and best wishes for a speedy recovery. I'll definitely keep you in my thoughts so please keep us posted as to how you're doing. Take it easy and get lots it rest... __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/Cambeiro/ G]

07-19-2008, 01:03 AM	#10
harleysmom Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Oregon Posts: 120 Thanks: 29 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	I haven't had experience in this, but I am sorry you are going through it. I was glad to hear that you were able to see your PS. Listen to your PS, rest, and speedy recovery! __________________ Before ba- saggy 34 b after ba -32 DDD 5'3 120 lbs 425cc o/f 450cc w/crescent lift saline unders ba 6-12-08

07-19-2008, 01:29 AM	#11
juju corona Join Date: May 2008 Location: Corona Posts: 282 Thanks: 153 Thanked 134 Times in 123 Posts	Keeping you in my prayers too!! Hope you heal quickly. __________________ 5' 2'' 128 lbs Ribcage=30 Athletic build (broad shoulders, wide waisted, musclular legs and ~sigh~ big calves!) Pre-BA = Barely B Post-BA = ?? / So far 34D BA Date = 7/11 Mentors, Unders, 400 Before After

07-19-2008, 11:24 AM	#12
kpang78 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 691 Thanks: 190 Thanked 350 Times in 265 Posts	Oh no! I hope everything turns out okay, keep us updated this weekend! __________________ Kim 5'2" 130 lbs, 30" RC Went from a deflated and saggy 36B to a 36D WOOHOO! 500 CCs! Mentor sils Mod+, unders, crease incision Also BL, FTT, MR, ultrasonic lipo of the flanks

07-20-2008, 10:44 AM	#13
Theycallmecarmela Can't Wait For 6 Weeks Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 193 Thanks: 145 Thanked 97 Times in 81 Posts	Thanks again for all the kind wishes. I just changed all the dressings again and the amount of "stuff" coming out of the incision sites have not changed since Thursday. I'm taking high doses of Cipro and I thought I would see some improvement in the last few days. I've read in the forums where the implant had to be removed due to an infection but has anyone out there had an infection and had it cleared up without removal? __________________ Height: 5' 7" Weight: 165 (still losing) Pre BA: 38C Inamed Saline Unders 360's filled to 420 Anchor Lift Post BA: 38DD BA date: July 8th

07-20-2008, 11:52 AM	#14
Cyndist Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Hello. I'm a frequent reader on here but have not posted much! I had BL/BA 10/07, with a revision four weeks ago. I have a spot on my "T" section that has not healed yet and it has been monitored for infection, but no infection thus far. Are you sure you are actually infected or is it just a slow healing spot? The reason I'm asking is because at first, my doctor wasn't sure if I was developing an early infection or was a slow healer in that spot. With good self-care to the wound and another round of antibiotics I seem to have avoided a serious infection, and am starting to heal. With my original BA/BL I also had a spot that oozed yellow and was slow to heal on the other breast but with another round of antibiotics and good wound care I came out ok with that, too. Obviously I am not an expert, but an infection in the incision is not as serious as when the pocket itself becomes infected. An incision infection CAN spread to the pocket but in my situation I was able to knock it down, implants are still intact and hopefully the same thing happens for you. Best wishes. __________________ BL/BA 10/20/07 Full Anchor Lift (very happy with it!) 29" Ribcage 350cc Mod+ Profile, Silicone Unders (I wanted 400cc) Before: 34C/D depending on bra (but saaaaggy from BF 2 kidlets) Now: 32DD+ (doctor removed a lot of skin) Revision on righty 6/08 for some additional skin removal underneath, with another full lift. I am going to want a scar revision on lefty!

07-20-2008, 12:13 PM	#15
plum*crazy Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 182 Thanks: 1 Thanked 51 Times in 47 Posts	Just wanted to send you well wishes that everythng is better soon. Glad you have your PS's cell phone in case you need it that was so nice of him. __________________ 1st BA May 1993 PRE BA 34A Post BA 210cc's o/f to 280cc's Saline 2nd BA June 25th 2008 457cc's Silicone Mod+ unders Measuring a 32DD, wearing 34D's (Woo Hoo) 5'2 110 lbs RC 28 8 days Post-Op!!!

07-20-2008, 02:53 PM	#16
Theycallmecarmela Can't Wait For 6 Weeks Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 193 Thanks: 145 Thanked 97 Times in 81 Posts	Cyndlist, Thanks so much for your reply. When my PS first noticed it there was only a slightly red irritation in the incision when he was taking my stitches out. I thought it was just an irritation from the bra and strap but he put me on more antibiotics right away. The actual drainage of the yellow stuff started the next day. I hope as in your case it heals on it's own without going into the pocket. Good luck to you on your recovery. __________________ Height: 5' 7" Weight: 165 (still losing) Pre BA: 38C Inamed Saline Unders 360's filled to 420 Anchor Lift Post BA: 38DD BA date: July 8th

07-20-2008, 04:54 PM	#17
mayaonearth Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Springdale Arkansas Posts: 984 Thanks: 224 Thanked 527 Times in 455 Posts	I hope things clear up for you, and no more complications. If I read your post right, you go back to your ps tommorow.. let us know how it goes, sending lots of positive energy for you. __________________ ~~Maya~~ 5'3 125 First BA 9/98 305 saline/overs/aerola Preba 36B postba 36D Redo CC & LB spontaneous deflation 2/07 Post BA 34 F!! Sils/over/areola incision/475