I'm 9 weeks post-op after my saline breast implants. I noticed a nodule like projection on the lower pole of one breast which felt exactly like pressing on the resilient scalloped edges of sides of the implant shell, as early as 2 weeks post-op.
My PS told me my skin was much thinner along this area. When I wear a sheer bra, this lump is noticeable and palpable. When touched, it's extremely weird like touching a breast with 'cysts' except that these lumps can be pressed and bounce back.
Is this a common occurence? Is it normal to have palpable linear nodule-like projection arising from the rippling effects of saline implants? Will it get worse? If yes, what are remedial options?
Hello,
Feeling saline implants is more common in thinner patients and those who have them placed "over the muscle." Options include changing to silicone gel implants and/or placing the implants in the "under the muscle" position. You could also remove them.
The good news is that this isn't common. The bad news is that it has.
