Had explant 1 year ago, feeling pain recently and ultrasound showed several cysts - advice?
January 17, 2022
Asked By:dragon95 in New York, New York, Egyesült Államok
26 years old, got my implants removed a year ago. I've been feeling pain for a while now (mostly pectoral muscle related but also pain in upper half). Had an ultrasound recently, it showed several cysts in both breasts in the upper outer quadrants. Left one: few 5 mm cysts, right one: 10x6 mm and 4mm, and also several 10-15 mm flat cysts. I'm pretty sure they are the source of my pain. What shall I do now?Please help.I'm concerned.Doctor said it should be checked every 6 months but nothing else.
Answers (2)
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1) You are 2 years following breast augmentation surgery, so unlikely to see any significant improvement in sensation now. Most nerve recovery takes place 12-18 months following surgery. It is unlikely that sensation will improve following explant. There is a possibility sensation could worsen...
Yes, it is possible for a breast implant capsule to cause pain by compressing or affecting nerves in the breast. This condition is known as “capsular contracture.” Capsular contracture occurs when scar tissue forms around a breast implant and becomes tight or constrictive. This can lead to dis...
Good question. Typically I place patients in some kind of compressive halter top-style wrap after implant removal. This helps compress down the space so that fluid cannot build up. Another way to decrease risk of seroma and fluid build up is to decrease shear (rubbing) forces on your chest --...