Will my implants be ok after straining from severe constipation?

Thanks for your inquiry and excellent question.  I am sorry you suffered and glad things are moving.  If your breasts feel good and look good then probably everything is fine.  Call your plastic surgeon if you have any concerns.  In order to help other people who will read this answer, I have a few comments.  I recommend patients start a stool softener days before surgery and continue while they are on narcotics.  It is best to stay hydrated before surgery and avoid constipating foods like beef.  After patients have had surgery, if they are not moving their bowels within a couple days, I recommend they use some Miralax or Milk of Magnesia as I direct them. Finally, if patients are still struggling sometimes we need to use enemas and suppositories.  In summary, constipation is no laughing matter and good surgeons should be asking about your bowel function and patients should voice their concerns to their doctor if they are constipated.  Good Luck to everyone having surgery!

It is highly unlikely that any harm has been done. Continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

We take great care to teach patients about the prevention and treatment of constipation for this very reason.  You should be OK.