Pain and Swelling Years After Breast Augmentation

I've had Silicone Gel Implants for 4 years now with out a problem. 2 days ago, I slept on my implant and woke up with pain, swollen, and a red dotty rash. What do you think is wrong?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by jessicaminzinga in cancun mexico

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Notify your plastic surgeon.

You should call your doctors office right away incase you have a rupture or an infection. A rupture can be identified by an MRI or an ultrasound. An infection may be treated with an antibiotic. There isn't any advice that can be offered to you via the internet without a personal examination. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

See your surgeon

Hello, You might have an implant rupture. You might have an infection. This is not something to try to figure out yourself. It may need treatment. See your surgeon.

Don't ignore symptoms

Hi Jessica, Thank you for your question. It could be several things related or not related to your breast implants. I would definitely recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon. He or she would be able to examine you and provide the proper care. You do not want to ignore this as it could possibly turn into something more serious. I am a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic breast augmentation, including all newer aspects of the short scar procedures. We... more

See your plastic surgeon

Hi Jessica Consult with a boar-certified plastic surgeon (or the equivalent in Mexico). A sudden rash may be unrelated to the implant, or it may reflect underlying problems (including a rare breast cancer). Without doing a physical exam, it is hard to give you an answer, but seeing your plastic surgeon soon would be my advice. Best of luck.