Capsular Contracture? (photo)

got my BA on April,3rd notice at about the 3rd week my left breast was not healing the same as the left. It was really hard and the implant was not really mobile. At my one month check up my Dr told me it was CC so prescribed me singulair and recommended intense massaging. its been 2 weeks since Ive been taking it and it doesnt really seem like its working much. Im afraid Ill need another surgery?

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Capsular Contracture

Hello, I am sorry that you are experiencing this difficult and common problem. Just a few words about capsular contracture in general: Capsular contracture is still not completely understood, but it involves an individual's genetic predisposition to inflammation, caused by a number of triggers at the time of or after the surgery: excessive bleeding , excessive tissue trauma, and/or bacterial contamination of the implants ('biofilm'). Implant message after surgery will not... more

Capsular contracture?

Based on your photos, your implants appear to be high riding. This could be due to swelling as you are only 4 weeks after your procedure. However, it may be capsular contracture as well. I recommend you follow up with your plastic surgeon closely. I would ancitipate that you will need a corrective procedure in the near future. Best of luck. Dr. Basu

Asymmetry after augment; capsular contracture?

Your photo definitely shows a difference between your breasts and I would not be surprised if the difference was more noticeable in person. At three weeks (now five) you are still quite swollen and it is not unusual to have one side that is more swollen than the other. There may also be some fluid that has collected on your left that would make it appear different and firmer. Although you may need surgery in the future, it is much too early to consider. Give your breasts a chance to settle... more

Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation

Capsular contracture is one of the most challenging aspects of breast augmentation surgery. From your photos, you do appear to be high on both sides for 1 month after surgery with the left side being more so than the right. Singulair is worth a try, but it is possible that you may need another procedure to correct this. Stay in touch with your surgeon, as this will be very helpful to you in making decision in the future. Best of luck, Vincent Marin, MD San Diego... more

Early capsular contracture

Early treatment and intense massage may help the condition. If you develop early signs of capsular contracture, I would begin treatment early and consider breast revision surgery.

Misshapen breast after breast implant and capsular contracture

Your left implant definitely sits higher than your right but more/as important the contours are squared off along the inner and outer sides of the breast, left more than right. This can be due to an inadequate pocket dissection, seroma fluid or hematoma around the implant, capsular contracture and/or implants whose base diameter is too large for your chest. Sometimes wearing velcro straps right after surgery can reposition a breast implant but that cannot correct for capsular... more