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What Is The Cause Of An Infection After A Tummy Tuck And Breast Lift?
I had a tummy tuck and a breast lift. I then developed An infection and they and to go back in and remove all the stitches and change them. I was on antibiotics in hospital two days. I. Have not had a period yet, is this normal?was on period during surgery which was originally oct 31
Wed, 1 Oct 2014
hi ..as for as the cause of infection is concerned it may be due to the drain placed after tummy tuck or may be due to haematoma...other causes includes the drawbacks in sterilization techniques,,prophylactic antibiotic is very important in preventing infection...
as for as the periods are concerned ,it may be irregular due to the stress of surgery..thats not a big issue..hope you got your answer..thanks
dr ihsan
as for as the periods are concerned ,it may be irregular due to the stress of surgery..thats not a big issue..hope you got your answer..thanks
dr ihsan
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