What does breast implant infection look like?

Symptoms of an infection can include a high fever and breast pain, redness and/or swelling. If it appears that antibiotics alone won’t clear the infection, then your surgeon may need to clean out the infected tissue and either replace or completely remove the implant or tissue expander.

Do breast implants go through the nipple?

The areolar incision, also called the periareolar incision, is an approach that allows surgeons to place breast implants through an incision made around the areola, the dark, circular tissue around the nipple. Once the incision is made, the implant can be inserted above the chest muscle or under the chest muscle.

How common is infection after breast augmentation?

The incidence of infection following breast augmentation and reconstruction using implants ranges from 1% to 24%. There are several reports in the literature dealing with implant-related infection, but most of these have not clearly differentiated aesthetic breast augmentation from breast reconstruction procedures.

What causes a breast implant to get infected?

Infections can occur when a surgery site isn’t kept clean or if bacteria enters your breast during surgery. Besides infection, other complications associated with breast implants may occur. These include: bruising.

How do I know if something is wrong with my breast implant?

Early signs that something may have gone wrong with breast implant surgery include: redness of the skin around the breast. unusual swelling that does not go down. a burning sensation.

What is the best scar cream for breast augmentation?

Vitamin E Oil, Mederma, or Silicone Sheeting These topical products may help soften scars and reduce their appearance.

Can breast implant infection be cured?

Abstract: Breast Implant Infection Can be Successfully Treated with Nonsurgical Therapy.

Can I sleep on my side after breast augmentation?

After about 2 weeks, it is okay to sleep on your side, but sleeping on your stomach is not allowed until several weeks after your procedure. If you normally sleep on your stomach or side, it’s a good idea to practice sleeping on your back at least a week before your surgery.