I had breast augmentation a little over a wk ago, the implants were placed submuscular, my left breast seems to be slightly more swollen then my right, and causes me much more discomfort than my right breast, especially when i wake up. I worry this may be a sign of a hematoma or something is wrong.
Answer: Signs of Hematoma after Breast Augmentation The signs of a hematoma are often very obvious and dramatic in appearance. A patient would want to watch out for are swelling (rapid), extensive bruising and significant, constant or worsening pain as these are the three warning signs for a post-operative hematoma. If you are concerned that you might have developed a post-operative hematoma, I would strongly recommend immediate follow up with your operating surgeon as these typically require quick surgical intervention to prevent the development of secondary complications. With that said, following a breast augmentation with sub-muscular placement, a patient should expect some swelling and discomfort that is often asymmetric in severity. Often this discomfort is more prominent on the patient's more dominant (handed) side than the other, but follow up with your operating surgeon is always recommended. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Signs of Hematoma after Breast Augmentation The signs of a hematoma are often very obvious and dramatic in appearance. A patient would want to watch out for are swelling (rapid), extensive bruising and significant, constant or worsening pain as these are the three warning signs for a post-operative hematoma. If you are concerned that you might have developed a post-operative hematoma, I would strongly recommend immediate follow up with your operating surgeon as these typically require quick surgical intervention to prevent the development of secondary complications. With that said, following a breast augmentation with sub-muscular placement, a patient should expect some swelling and discomfort that is often asymmetric in severity. Often this discomfort is more prominent on the patient's more dominant (handed) side than the other, but follow up with your operating surgeon is always recommended. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Hematoma A hematoma is a collection of blood within the surgical site. Patients may notice sudden swelling or enlargement of the breast, accompanied by pain or discomfort. The affected breast may also appear bruised or have a bluish discoloration. Additionally, there might be tightness or a feeling of pressure in the breast. If any of these symptoms manifest after breast augmentation, it's imperative to seek immediate medical attention from your plastic surgeon, as timely intervention can prevent further complications.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Hematoma A hematoma is a collection of blood within the surgical site. Patients may notice sudden swelling or enlargement of the breast, accompanied by pain or discomfort. The affected breast may also appear bruised or have a bluish discoloration. Additionally, there might be tightness or a feeling of pressure in the breast. If any of these symptoms manifest after breast augmentation, it's imperative to seek immediate medical attention from your plastic surgeon, as timely intervention can prevent further complications.
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December 10, 2022
Answer: What Are Signs of a Hematoma After Breast Augmentation? Breast augmentation by placing the implant under the muscle can be simple procedure and quite often both breast do not settle at the same time. The swelling takes time to settle down and the implants also take time to drop down. Both implants drop at different rates. A hematoma can be a surgical emergency and is often picked up the treating team and dealt with. Again both breast implants can have different degree of post operative pain after surgery.
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Answer: What Are Signs of a Hematoma After Breast Augmentation? Breast augmentation by placing the implant under the muscle can be simple procedure and quite often both breast do not settle at the same time. The swelling takes time to settle down and the implants also take time to drop down. Both implants drop at different rates. A hematoma can be a surgical emergency and is often picked up the treating team and dealt with. Again both breast implants can have different degree of post operative pain after surgery.
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February 20, 2021
Answer: Please see your surgeon to be evaluated Hello there, this is a good question. If there is a signifiant size discrepancy, I would see your plastic surgeon as soon as possible to rule out a hematoma. When there is a hematoma, it will be fairly obvious and sometimes surgical intervention is required to prevent further complications. Minor asymmetries may result in swelling and ice packs and wearing a mermaid strap may be advantageous for you.
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Answer: Please see your surgeon to be evaluated Hello there, this is a good question. If there is a signifiant size discrepancy, I would see your plastic surgeon as soon as possible to rule out a hematoma. When there is a hematoma, it will be fairly obvious and sometimes surgical intervention is required to prevent further complications. Minor asymmetries may result in swelling and ice packs and wearing a mermaid strap may be advantageous for you.
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October 28, 2020
Answer: Unlikely to have a hematoma It is not unusual to have one breast swell or hurt a bit more than the other. If you have a hematoma, you often develop bruising, sudden increase in size one of the days after surgery of one your breasts, and a sudden increase in pain at that time. Otherwise small differences are typically just swelling differences. It should get better in the first few weeks.
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Answer: Unlikely to have a hematoma It is not unusual to have one breast swell or hurt a bit more than the other. If you have a hematoma, you often develop bruising, sudden increase in size one of the days after surgery of one your breasts, and a sudden increase in pain at that time. Otherwise small differences are typically just swelling differences. It should get better in the first few weeks.
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June 29, 2020
Answer: Avoiding Complications after Breast Augmentation Hi @BalvarezThanks for the question. The difference in swelling is common and not a reason for concern. Typically a hematoma would develop after an episode of vomiting due to nausea from the anesthesia and you'll experience gradual or sudden swelling, bruising, firmness of the breast and sometimes pain. If you experience any of those signs or symptoms after surgery then you should call your surgeon immediately.I hope this helps.
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Answer: Avoiding Complications after Breast Augmentation Hi @BalvarezThanks for the question. The difference in swelling is common and not a reason for concern. Typically a hematoma would develop after an episode of vomiting due to nausea from the anesthesia and you'll experience gradual or sudden swelling, bruising, firmness of the breast and sometimes pain. If you experience any of those signs or symptoms after surgery then you should call your surgeon immediately.I hope this helps.
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