I had double masectomy Sept 29 and expanders at same time. Have had much pain with right expander and must have 30 radiation treatments after chemo is finished. Radiation therapist now says expanders should never have been put in when radiation is going to be needed. The left tumor was 7cm and right 3.5cm. What should I do?
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Based on the pictures and information in your question, I feel that the breast implants should be removed, cultures should be obtained from the wounds, and the infection should fully controlled first.
Once the infection is fully resolved and tissues have softened, then reconstruction with a...
A painful scar will not improve by placement of implants. In fact, this may worsen your problems if you a painful hypertrophic (thickened) or keloid scar. I would consult with a local board certified plastic surgeon to discuss options of scar revision/improvement and potential...
Technologically, this may be possible. However, as you have read by the multiple informative responses by the other plastic surgeons, there is no reason to do this, it would present with potential oncological risks (cancer), you would deform the donor breast and there are other options. If you...