Large bump after breast implants

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8 answers to “Large bump after breast implants”

A: See your surgeon

By John P. Di Saia, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Hello, A "Bump" popping up like this on your newly implanted breast is not typical. Have your surgeon take a look to make sure everything is OK.

A: Bump on the breast

By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Darla, It is difficult to determine what is happening with your breast from the description. I would suggest an evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon for more direction and advice. Good luck!

A: You need to see your surgeon

By Christopher L. Hess, MD - Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

Masses of the breast always need to be fully evaluated. See your surgeon as soon as possible and be sure to get answers that explain the situation.

A: Talk to your surgeon

By Armando Soto, MD - Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Hi there- It's difficult to know exactly what might be causing your problem, or if it will improve- without knowing more about the details of your surgery and the implants placed. As long as the area is not showing signs of infection (redness, pain, tenderness), I would wait for the opportunity to speak with... more

A: Have your surgeon evaluate the bump.

By David A. Dreyfuss, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

The cause of the bump could be many issues. The most common reason to feel or see a bump after augmentation is a ripple/fold of the implant that cause an irregularity of the skin. It can often be corrected by repositioning the implant or changing a saline implant for a gel implant. You can... more

A: Best to go right back to your surgeon

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

What you are describing is distinctly abnormal. Without a photo of you there is no way to tell what the problem is. You should go right back to your doctor who will know what this is. Good luck to you.

A: Odd to have a lump like this....

By Evan Sorokin, MD - Cherry Hill Plastic Surgeon

The most likely cause of a lump as you describe is the implant protruding more in an area of weakness through the muscle and/or breast gland. Still, this is an odd thing to happen after breast augmentation and you need to be seen by your doctor. IF you have had your implants for a long time you need to... more

A: Go see your surgeon!

By Manish H. Shah, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

Without seeing a picture, this question is hard to answer. I would recommend going to see your surgeon about this new problem. Some thoughts on what it could be: hematoma, infection, rupture of implant, localized swelling, etc. The list is so broad, and frankly the complaint so unusual, that a trip to your... more