Anyone experienced staph infection after breast cancer surgery?

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CS

Community Member

a year ago

I had stage 1, grade 2. Had lumpectomy, left breast and 3 sentinel lymph nodes removed ( no cancer in lymph nodes). Also have Chek 2 mutation. Did 21 days radiation. Since then, I have had my breast drained (Seromas). Between 3 and 4 drainings I developed staph infection in seroma. Was drained and cultured and put on Clindamycin. On that for 7 days, it was worse. Dr drained it this Tuesday and put me on Augmentin. After 3 days on this antibiotic, still not getting better. Waiting on Dr’s call today. They have to figure out how to treat this. I need this infection out of me, before it gets into my bloodstream. Has anyone experienced this??

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Post-surgical infections like this can be challenging and frustrating to deal with, especially when the first antibiotic doesn't seem to be working effectively. Many patients in this community have faced similar complications during their recovery journey, so you're definitely not alone in experiencing this type of setback. It's encouraging that your medical team is actively monitoring the situation and adjusting treatment as needed - persistence in finding the right approach is key for resolving these infections completely.

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CS

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6 months ago

ER positive, HER 2 negative. Onco score, very low. No chemo. On Exemestane, 5 years.

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MW

Community Member

6 months ago

Sometimes Seromas can be relieved with treating with heating pad a few times a day - in case that helps. Sorry you are having such a tough time

PE

Community Member

6 months ago

Stay strong 💪 god bless

CS

Community Member

6 months ago

I’m on my 3rd round of another antibiotic and drained for the 6th time. Mary I did start using heating pad, thank you. Finally seeing some relief! 🙌 Thank you ladies! 💗🥰

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MW

Community Member

6 months ago

Glad that helped! Heating pad 3x/day and/or warm Washcloth compress helped me - wishing you comfort in your healing! ❤️‍🩹

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Post-surgical infections like this can be challenging and frustrating to deal with, especially when the first antibiotic doesn't seem to be working effectively. Many patients in this community have faced similar complications during their recovery journey, so you're definitely not alone in experiencing this type of setback. It's encouraging that your medical team is actively monitoring the situation and adjusting treatment as needed - persistence in finding the right approach is key for resolving these infections completely.

Anyone experienced staph infection after breast cancer surgery?

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