Why do I have white pimples after breast reduction surgery?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I had breast reduction surgery a few days ago.
Everything is perfect except I have a weird breakout on my face of tiny white pimples mostly on my upper lip area and down the sides of my chin.
Kindly help.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern.
It would be great if you could upload a picture of the problem area. A picture is worth a thousand words. From your description, a few things come to mind.
It may be a viral infection that got activated because of the recent surgery. Our body sees surgery as stress, and in all stressful events, there is weakened immunity, and as a result, some infections get reactivated. Such infections are herpes zoster or herpes labialis, both caused by reactivation of a virus in states of decreased immunity. This could be a problem if those pimples are irritating and a bit painful. Filled with clear fluid and found in groups. If this is the case, then it will take around two weeks to go.
You should follow up with a dermatologist. These could be new infections you acquired during your stay at the hospital. Please discuss the same with your family doctor.
Regards.
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