One Boob is Bigger, 2 Weeks Post Breast Aug? (photo)

I had breast augmentation 2 weeks ago.. before the doctor said that the right was slightly bigger (not even big enough for me to notice) He ended up putting a 480 implant filled to 500cc's in the right breast and 510 implants filled to 570cc's in the left. But the right is still WAY bigger. What does this mean? what are the chances it will stay like this? What would I have to do to get this fixed? I'm soo stressed..please help!

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by noelogan in Los Angeles, CA

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Asymmetry after breast augmentation

It is common for breasts to be swollen differently after surgery so have some patience and try to not stress out. Typically, breasts are not exactly symmetrical and surgery cannot achieve perfect symmetry. Distinctions in swelling can be due to more bleeding on one side than on the other, positional issues, etc. and do not necessarily reflect the ultimate outcome of the procedure. don't think about needing anything fixed right now; allow the healing to progress, continue to followup with... more

"My breasts are asymmetric after breast augmentation"

During the first several weeks after breast augmentation surgery there will be some swelling and possible bruising. It is not unusual for your breasts to be asymmetric during this initial time after surgery. One breast may be a little more swollen than the other. This should improve over time. At this point there is no reason to be worried or to stress out. Give your body some time to recover. It is also important to remember that your breast will never be... more

Breast Asymmetry

Hello, I am sorry you are experiencing problems so early after you breast surgery. It is still early after your surgery, and things may not appear as they seem. It is very difficult to assess the nature of the problem, if there is one, without seeing photographs, or best, a physical examination. Judging from how he filled your implants, he had difficulty achieving symmetry during your surgery. The right implant was filled less than the ideal volume for... more

One Boob is Bigger, 2 Weeks Post Breast Aug?

Thanks for the posted photo. Causes of early asymmetry are as follows: 1. implant cc difference was not correctly determined. 2. the implants were confused and switched. 3. either seroma or hematoma has occurred. Seek in person evaluation and revisional surgery.

Breast asymmetry

Breast asymmetry is common pre-op. As for your photo, it is hard to say why it looks so much different. It could be from preop asymmetry, a hematoma, seroma, or just swelling. Follow closely with your surgeon.

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One breast is bigger! (photo)

Are you sure the 570 isn't the larger one? Breast asymmetry to one degree or another is the rule rather than the exception. Still, your concerns are justified. Please raise these questions with your surgeon. If the smaller side represents a deflating implant, it will continue to do so. If the larger side is seroma or hematoma, this will be apparent with exam and/or imaging (ultrasound). Really difficult to guide you, except to advise follow up with... more