Breasts are very painful years after surgery

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A: You need to have your breast augmentation surgeon examine you

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

Hello, While I agree that this most likely represents Capsular Contracture or hardening of the breasts around the implants, it still needs to be evaluated. This hardening can usually be at least improved if not eradicated entirely. Sometimes infection can encourage contracture although usually it is just... more

A: Most likely capsular contracture

By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Nivea, You are likely experiencing high grade capsular contractures. Contractures may be an indicator of leakage of your implants if they are silicone gel filled. See a plastic surgeon for an examination and consultation. There are options for making you more comfortable and pain free. Good luck!

A: What you are describing sounds like capsular contracture.

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Nivea, What you are describing sounds like capsular contracture around the breast implant. This is an atypical reaction that some people's bodies have to the breast implants. You really need to see your surgeon for an evaluation. In most cases, you will need to have surgery to excise (take out) the scar... more

A: This likely sounds like capsular contracture

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

This is likely contracture of the scar tissue around the implants. It will not likely get better, your breasts will likely not get softer, and the deformity, if any, will also likely not improve. I recommend you seek out a plastic surgeon for evaluation. You should decide if you want to remove the implants... more

A: Sounds like grade 4 capsular contracture

By Robin T.W. Yuan, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Plastic surgeons grade hardness or capsular contracture caused by the dynamic shrinkage of the collagen capsule surrounding the implants with a system from 1 to 4. Grade 4 is when the implants are hard and painful and is considered the worst form of capsular contracture. This, along with grade 3 when the... more

A: Could be implant related

By Michael A. Marschall, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Yes it could be the onset of capsular contracture and associated change. As the scar surrounding the implant contracts, firmness is noted and they are often painful. No matter what, a good examination is needed to rule out other issues with further testing possibly necessary. Hope this helps!