Is a Red Area After Breast Lumpectomy Normal?

I am one month post surgery and there has been good healing so far until today. Now entire surgical area is red- bruised looking??

I would head to an ER, it could be an infection. I am 5 weeks post surgery and nothing like this happened to me.

Always call your surgeon. I had same and e Dee up battling an infection too. For two months. Do t wait.

Pray and hope you are doing okay Karla B

Changes in the surgical area after lumpectomy can be concerning and definitely warrant attention from your medical team. While some redness can occur during healing, sudden or extensive redness should be evaluated by your surgeon or healthcare provider to rule out infection or other complications. Many others in this community have navigated similar post-surgery concerns, so please feel comfortable sharing updates or asking follow-up questions as you continue your recovery.