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I Had Breast Augmentation 16 Years Ago, Now Left Breast is Sagging and Nipple is Tender
I had my A size increased to large B/small C cup 16 years ago. I've never had any complications during recovery, but over the last year I've noticed my left breast is droopy, with a more flattened profile, then the right. When I lean forward, or to the right I feel "numb?spot" under the breast, and it hangs more conical. When I raise my arms to shoulder height, both breasts look the same. Also have recently been experiencing nipple sensitivity. Has my pectoral muscle pocket opened up. Help.
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Nikki in Nanaimo
in Nanaimo, BC
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16 year old implants
Although it is difficult to know exactly what is causing your current concerns, it sounds like some capsular contracture formation and changes of the breast associated aging. Your best option would be to see a certified plastic surgeon for a thorough evaluation. This will give you all the necessary information to decide what would be best for the future with respect to your breasts and implants.
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16 years status post breast augmentation
It is difficult to diagnose your problem without an exam. You may be developing a capsule around your breast which could lead to tenderness and deformity. You should see a board certified Plastic Surgeon for an evaluation to direct you in the proper care. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.
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16 years after augmentation with new changes--what they mean.
Though you have given a fair amount of information, a consultation with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon will elucidate additional facts. These should include:
1) Saline or silicone? 16 years ago saline implants were more common following the US silicone restrictions. "Droopy, with a more flattened profile" may indicate partial deflation from leakage, but you also add that with arms raised, "both breasts look the same." This would argue...
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Nipple tenderness and shape change after breast augmentation
Any new change in breast appearance or sensitivity (as well as any changes in how the breast feels) should always be evaluated by your physician. Breast tissue abnormalities should be ruled out with a physical exam and mammogram, if you have not had one recently. Implants are not lifetime devices, so it is possible that you have a leaking implant and/or scar tissue around the implant that is changing.
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Changes post augmentation
It is hard to be sure without seeing photos or having an examination. but it sounds like you may have developed a capsular contracture on that breast. Consult your surgeon. With an examination, they will be able to diagnose if that is the case and discuss with you what options are available. Implants have improved greatly, so revision may be the way to go.
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Change in breast shape 16 years after augmentation
It is difficult to give you an answer on the information provided and without photos. Do you have saline or silicone gel implants? If the breast seems flatter to you, I assume you have saline implant which deflated. You probably have a capsular contracture as well. You need to see a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation/examination to determine what is going on with the implants and how to correct this. Depending on your age, you might need a mammogram. This will be helpful to...
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