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In 2008 i had a mastectomy and breast reconstruction due to breast cancer. on 2 july this year the prostheses were replaced due to leakage. i am currently away from home and my 1 breast is swollen and hot. what should i do?
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Call the surgeon: Meanwhile try to find a local urgent care or ER, it seems like there is inflammation for whatever reason, NSAIDS unless contraindicated, and warm compresses would help, you nayneed as prescription medications, good kuck
Answered 8/12/2019
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