Infected breast implants during lactation present a rare but challenging clinical scenario that
may result in early cessation of breastfeeding and unnecessary morbidity to mother and
infant. We present the case of a 39-year-old African American primigravid woman with a
history of bilateral retropectoral textured implants placed three years prior. Five days after
delivering a healthy, full-term infant via cesarean section, she sought evaluation for nipple
pain and trauma. She was instructed to use a nipple shield and pump every 2–3 hours in …