yesterday post op day 4 and finally was able to get out of bed and do stuff.shower, went and got my hair done, a friend took me to dinner. today day 5 I woke up and I felt like I was having spasms on the upper part of my breasts near my armpit-pec area and it was unbearably tight. then I noticed my breasts are extremely swollen in the upper pole especially the right which has been more painful and swollen since day 1. called PS and nurse said stay elevated and its normal but I'm scared.
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August 15, 2014
Answer: Extreme unilateral swelling is not normal after a breast augmentation
The idea that a doctor could augment your breasts without surgery - on a temporary basis - would be amazing if it was actually possible. Can you imagine how great it would be if you could choose a cup size based upon your particular plans for the night?Unfortunately, if it sounds too good to...
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. During the post-operative period the breast are swollen, and the breast implants appear in a much higher position. Over time they descend and fills out the lower half of the breast. In addition, it is not uncommon for one breast to be...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
From your photos, it looks like you have a very, very mild tuberous deformity. Your nipples are a bit "puffy" and you lack fullness in the lower poles which makes you look saggy. You also have significant asymmetry. I think you are a good candidate for a breast lift on the left...
