I noticed yesterday that my expander appears to have deflated a little, and I now loose skin at the top. I’m due to have the expander removed in 2 weeks, as the wound hasn’t healed, in 14 weeks, and the expander is now visible under the skin.
I have a wound clinic appointment on Tuesday. Should I seek medical attention sooner than that?
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Please don’t sit worrying, call you breast cancer nurse in the morning for peace of mind.
Wishing you well, with happiness ahead
Hugs Tili 
I believe the expanders are filled with saline so should not be anything nasty leaking. But yes i agree with tili do speak with your bcn tomorrow for your professionals opinion.
Hi caroline_w_uk
Thanks for posting.
It’s understandable you’re wondering whether to seek medical attention having noticed that your expander appears to have deflated a little and is now visible under the skin.
Although you have a wound clinic appointment on Tuesday, as @Tili suggests, it’s best to call your breast care nurse or treatment team. They have all the information about your individual situation and are best placed to advise you.
It sounds as if you have had a difficult time since your surgery with your wound not healing and now needing to have the expander removed. We offer a range of free supportive services for anyone who has had a diagnosis of breast cancer which you may be interested in. They include face to face and online courses and events.
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