I was recovering from my MX and SNB quite well. I have been really tired & sore but was doing ok. The surgery did not go as expected really. I already have implants & was supposed to have MX & immediate recon with strattice & new implant to match my other side. When the surgeon operated he said my muscle was that strong that I didnt need the strattice so he did the MX & left my original implant in. He will change this to match my other side later. This means I am now lopsided 
which I wasnt expecting. He explained that it was better this way in case I need further treatment. I do understand this but it was upsetting.
Today I noticed some redness above the incision on my breast. I went up to the hospital who said I had an infection ( which I had worked out myself lol). He said hopefully it would clear & I wouldnt lose the implant. This shocked me as I hadnt really considered this might be a possibility. just hoping the penicillin works. They have given me double the dose normally prescribed.
I get my results on 17th July. so heres hoping my infection clears & my results are clear. I am usually such a positive person & was expecting it all to go as planned…hmmm, maybe I shouldnt think like that, then its not a shock when things dont go as planned.
On a positive note, I am recouperating in the gorgeous sunshine & my tan is coming on nicely 
Hope you lovely ladies are enjoying the weather as well
Cath xx
Hi Cath,
Sorry you haven’t had any replies to your post as yet, and I hope your infection is starting to get better. If you ever need to talk to someone in confidence then please don’t hestitate to phone the helpline here, the staff are here to support you. Calls are free, 0808 800 6000, lines open Mon-Fri 9-5 and Sat 10-2.
Take care,
Jo, Moderator
Hello Cath
Hope you are feeling better now! I had a bilat mx last August and had temporary implants. I got a severe infection in my left one and had to have it removed. I just recently had the other implant removed so am now flat chested but I am not rushing for recon. I’ve had 4 surgeries in the last 10 months so had enough now. Who knows what the future holds.
You are so right about not realising what could happen. I never thought it would happen to me either. Just look after yourself and rest and enjoy the sunshine! Also good luck with your results. Hope everything is okay.
Love Viv xxx