Hi
I’ve developed cellulitis infection and an abscess in my breast following surgery, surgeon has talked about opening the wound slightly with a scalpel squeeze the stuff out wash it out with saline and pack it, do you know if you are normally offered a local anaesthetic please?
I’m sorry I cant answer your question but just want to give you a big virtual hug hope all goes well.
Hello Teggsy
Thanks for posting.
Sorry to read you have developed and infection and abscess following breast surgery.
Often a local anaesthetic will be given before a procedure like a washout is carried out. This is to ensure the area is numb, and to prevent you from experiencing pain or discomfort.
You may also be advised to take some simple pain relief, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen before the procedure to help with any discomfort you might experience afterwards.
You may want to contact your breast care nurse or treatment team to check this and ask any further questions you may have.
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