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What is Scar Tissue Inside the Breast Suppose to Feel Like?

asked 10 months ago by samanthasmith in New York, NY
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 152 times
Tags: scar tissue, texture

Hi, I recently had my implants removed. I decided to get a breastlift now I have hardness in my right breast is this normal? My PS tells me is scar tissue but im concern because when I touch my breast I could feel the hardness deep in my breast. It feels like I could dig in my breast and take it out is like the size of a plum if it is scartissue. I had surgery done three months ago. Thank you

3 answers to What is Scar Tissue Inside the Breast Suppose to Feel Like?

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Scar Tissue after Breast Implant Removal?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to give you good advice regarding the “hardness” you are feeling in the breast without direct examination. I think it would be in your best interests to continue with close follow-up with your plastic surgeon ( as opposed to online consultants' speculation) who knows your situation best, and will be able to make a diagnosis and treatment plan for you. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Scar after implant removal?

Typically when I remove implants I remove the capsule (scar) that surrounds the implant. Was this done in your case? I also typically will place several rows of sutures to close the former pocket. If this was not done then it's possible that you have developed some fluid (seroma) in the pocket where your former implant was. Your issue should be prety easy to diagnose. Good luck! Scott Newman, MD FACS
Scott E. Newman, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.psurgery.com

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Scar tissue "feel" in one breast after implant removal and breast lift.

At three months post-op, you are not yet completely healed, but are well on the way. Some firmness can be due to scar formation within the breast tissue, and this generally softens over time (6-12 months). Occasionally, particularly in smokers, there can be ischemia (lack of circulation, significantly worsened by nicotine) causing fatty tissue to die (fat necrosis) which will also soften over time, but not always completely. One other potential cause for the feeling of a... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

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