Recovery Time After Exchange Surgery of TE and Silicone Implants?

It has been just over two weeks that I had my exchange surgery,...tissue expanders to 700 cc's silicone implants. I wear a bandage over the top part of my breasts to help the implants to "drop", but I have had an intense amount of itching. Is this normal? Also, I work at a job that requires me to be on my feet all day and on the move constantly. How long should I be off work to insure an optimum recovery?

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Recovery time after second stage breast reconstruction

Typically the recovery time following second stage of tissue expander.implant breast reconstruction is short. Usually women are back to work within a week or two. I restrict heavy lifting/vigorous activity during this time period, but most women tolerated this procedure very well. The itching that you describe is most likely irritation from the elastic or band, especially if it is localized to that area. I would try a different material. Certainly an evaluation... more

Usually quick recovery after tissue expander to implant exchange

While every case is different, the recovery time after placing silicone implants after tissue expansion is usually fairly short. This presumes that the expansion volume was adequate and that no significant revisions were required. The itching is likely unrelated to the surgery, more likely a medication or reaction to the elastic in the band (subpectoral strap.)

Breast reconstruction

Your reconstruction may be itching from healing or you could have a reaction to meds or garments. Best to see your surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD

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I am curious whether you had a breast augmentation or a breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. My answer will vary depending upon the type of surgery you had. I look forward to hearing from you. Dr. Steven Schuster in Boca Raton.