Will a Capsule Contracture Make my Breast Look Bigger then Other One at Top?

August 3, 2013
Asked By:Niki83 in Northampton

I am four an half weeks after surgery , my left breast has a rock hard lump above nipple , is this a contracture ? And is this why my breast hangs lower an softer at bottom it hurts too ? I had a breast lift and implants above muscle silicone !

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August 5, 2013

Answer: Capsular contracture does not occur four to half weeks after surgery.

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August 5, 2013

Answer: Capsular contracture does not occur four to half weeks after surgery.

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August 4, 2013

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August 15, 2013

Answer: Do I have a capsular contracture?

August 15, 2013

Answer: Do I have a capsular contracture?

August 9, 2013

Answer: Capsular contracture makes the breast fuller in the top, and also firmer than the other breast.

August 9, 2013

Answer: Capsular contracture makes the breast fuller in the top, and also firmer than the other breast.