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When Does Swelling After Breast Augmentation Begin to Subside?

I had 325cc silicone breast implants 5 days ago. I am 5'1 and 102 pounds. I was hoping to be a C cup, but I am fitting into a D bra. Is this...

95 doctor answers | 4 community comments

Breast Augmentation Recovery

Considering enhancing my breasts through surgery.  My biggest worries are about breast augmentation recovery.  What can I expect?  How...

125 doctor answers | 3 community comments

Pain, Swelling, Nipple Sensitivity After Breast Augmentation Surgery

I am 61 years old, and I had small C cup breast implants placed 3 weeks ago. My nipples and the surrounding area are now very sore and feels a very...

32 doctor answers

Advice for Exercise After Breast Augmentation?

I work out everyday and am getting breast implants ASAP. I know it will be hard to run or do the elliptical, but can I do stationary bike at the gym,...

22 doctor answers

Lifting After Breast Augmentation

My doctor cleared me to return to my part-time serving job, which requires carrying up to 40 lbs of food with one arm at 3 weeks post-breast...

23 doctor answers

When Should Breast Augmentation Sutures Be Removed?

My crease incision from breast augmentation will be closed with external nylon sutures. I have heard different stories as to the timing of suture...

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Shooting Pains Normal Months After Breast Augmentation?

Nearly 6 months ago I had a breast augmentation from an A to C. It was over the muscle and the insicion is on the fold under the breast. I still...

6 doctor answers

What is Minimum Recovery Time for Breast Lift with Augmentation?

I am planning a vacation to Aruba in June and wondering if 2 months is long enough time to recovery properly so I can enjoy myself. Also, I am working...

21 doctor answers

Flash Recovery Breast Augmentation

I saw that another RealSelf user posted she had a flash recovery breast aug and wondered if other doctors offer this quick recovery technique?

21 doctor answers

Second Breast Augmentation Recovery Period

What is the recovery like for a second breast augmentation? I am going from 270cc saline and switching to 390cc saline. How long before I can work out...

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