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Capsular Contracture Again After Capsulectomy - Charlotte, NC
ORIGINAL POST
My original implant date was 2/15/12 as part of a...
My original implant date was 2/15/12 as part of a Mommy Makeover you can read that review as well. I developed a CC around 4 months PO. I did a capsulectomy on 2/18/12 where we used the same implant after removing the capsule. At around 6 weeks later approximately 3/21/13 I developed a CC. This time it happened sooo fast. One day it wasn't there and the next it was in FULL effect!!! I had no time to react. I immediately began taking vitamin e and accolate and aggressive massage and still nothing happened. It continued to develop rapidly. My PS discontinued the accolate and recommended another capsulectomy w/Strattice or another ADM.
So here I am scheduled for 5/15/13 to hopefully get this over with once and for all. This time with Strattice or Alloderm and a new implant! My original PS will be performing the surgery for the 3rd time. I am so grateful he hasn't left my side thru all of these complications I have experienced.
The explant thing is not really an option for me personally as I have waited too long to have boobies and not sure what will happen after I remove them. I think I maybe worse off. Besides I have went thru too much to get them...both time AND $ therefore...I'm KEEPING them! : )
Only other option is Strattice or Alloderm w/capsulectomy or another capsulectomy with trying a new implant. And still it can develop again so maybe I will give it the best shot now with Strattice or Alloderm.
I heard that grafting is an option as well. I wonder how that compares to using Alloderm or Strattice? Hmmm still more research to do. I asked doctor about that and he said it wasn't a good option for me.
Has anyone used Strattice or Alloderm after having a CC? I am wondering which I should go with? Basically Pig or Human? That's the main difference between the two. I just want this chapter in the book to be closed so I can get back to enjoying my new boobies! Summer is almost here.
So here I am scheduled for 5/15/13 to hopefully get this over with once and for all. This time with Strattice or Alloderm and a new implant! My original PS will be performing the surgery for the 3rd time. I am so grateful he hasn't left my side thru all of these complications I have experienced.
The explant thing is not really an option for me personally as I have waited too long to have boobies and not sure what will happen after I remove them. I think I maybe worse off. Besides I have went thru too much to get them...both time AND $ therefore...I'm KEEPING them! : )
Only other option is Strattice or Alloderm w/capsulectomy or another capsulectomy with trying a new implant. And still it can develop again so maybe I will give it the best shot now with Strattice or Alloderm.
I heard that grafting is an option as well. I wonder how that compares to using Alloderm or Strattice? Hmmm still more research to do. I asked doctor about that and he said it wasn't a good option for me.
Has anyone used Strattice or Alloderm after having a CC? I am wondering which I should go with? Basically Pig or Human? That's the main difference between the two. I just want this chapter in the book to be closed so I can get back to enjoying my new boobies! Summer is almost here.
UPDATED FROM FitDiva
Day of treatment
So I was supposed to have surgery today but I...
So I was supposed to have surgery today but I pushed it back until next week on Friday. I have to make a final decision so I needed more time. Here are my 2 options:
Doc said you have two options
1. Less invasive- take out capsule by doing a complete capsulectomy (again) but this time put in a brand new implant this time and also with the Alloderm/Strattice.
God forbid it comes back but if it does our last and final resort will be option 2.
Option 2- do a complete redo and place brand new implants under muscle with the Alloderm/Strattice on both sides. This option offers the best option of it not to recur but its more invasive because it involves both breasts and its more money. This alloderm is 2-3k per sheet plus an extra implant.
So now I need to decide what route to take. Should I start with least invasive and keep my subfascial position and repair the affected breast or go for the gusto and do a complete redo (option 2) and change the position to under the muscle with alloderm/Strattice.
One good thing is that I hear that under the muscle has better mammo readings but the reason I went subfacial is because I was afraid of the distortion since I'm in the fitness field. But my friends that have unders say it's not that bad.
Lots to think about. This is very overwhelming but I want it fixed so I can go back to enjoying them. It's been a year and I've had a capsule almost the entire time. But when they were soft I LOVED them.
I'm excited to hear if anyone else had a capsule and how they treated it.
Doc said you have two options
1. Less invasive- take out capsule by doing a complete capsulectomy (again) but this time put in a brand new implant this time and also with the Alloderm/Strattice.
God forbid it comes back but if it does our last and final resort will be option 2.
Option 2- do a complete redo and place brand new implants under muscle with the Alloderm/Strattice on both sides. This option offers the best option of it not to recur but its more invasive because it involves both breasts and its more money. This alloderm is 2-3k per sheet plus an extra implant.
So now I need to decide what route to take. Should I start with least invasive and keep my subfascial position and repair the affected breast or go for the gusto and do a complete redo (option 2) and change the position to under the muscle with alloderm/Strattice.
One good thing is that I hear that under the muscle has better mammo readings but the reason I went subfacial is because I was afraid of the distortion since I'm in the fitness field. But my friends that have unders say it's not that bad.
Lots to think about. This is very overwhelming but I want it fixed so I can go back to enjoying them. It's been a year and I've had a capsule almost the entire time. But when they were soft I LOVED them.
I'm excited to hear if anyone else had a capsule and how they treated it.
Replies (5)
May 15, 2013
Hey Subsista!!!I had my revision yesterday. Capsule out, using same implant. Did a lipo on me and grafted aroun implant and did a mini tuck lift. I have to say I'm in pain but mostly from my flank , inner outer thigh lipo. He could hardly get 150cc off of me. But funny, I can already see that I have no love handles anymore . Boobs all tucked in bandages , so I can't see how it looks only that the one with a capsular is soft again. But full of bruise from fat injection and nice and high. Please update on yours , as you had it today! Good luck
May 15, 2013
Hey!!! I was just thinking bout you today! I'm happy to hear everything went well. I was supposed to go in today but I had to out it til next Friday. I bet it feels good to have soft capsule less boobs!!! I can't wait to get this thing out!!!! Please keep me updated girl!! Take it easy. I'm excited to see your results!
May 16, 2013
Thank you! I'm sore all over but seeing nice results even thru gauze. What I'm really wanting to see is how the bottom looks like. Keep you updated
May 16, 2013
I just read your last post, you postponed yours. I will keep you updated about fat grafting . I just peeked at the 'girls', sitting nice and high. He tucked it up with an internal stitches ( both) and injected the fat around, especially on the top and bottom. Not the sides, as I don't want more side boobs. I'm in a lot of pain , as he had to look for fat from here and there. My waist is so tiny I love it. No flanks. Funny, I always wanted the natural little droopy look and now want a bit higher fake look. It's that crazy??
May 16, 2013
I had capsule contracture on both at my first BA and had removed with replacement of same implant on one side because other had ruptured, nothing put in as didn't even know of strattice then or other things. They were fine except for scar tissue problems on left and distortion so that brought me into entire different problem. I think if you feel comfortable as can be with your first gut feeling thought then go with it because it is such a tuff road. Wishing you all the best.
UPDATED FROM FitDiva
10 days post
Capsular Contracture Revision
On Friday I had my revision story to remove the capsule. This time around its much more painful. I have a drain placed in my boob due to Strattice being put in. I also have two parachute stitches outside of my skin. Doc said this was to hold Strattice in place. Well I'm happy this is over! Agree with me that this resolved this CC once and for all.
So far so good. Just feeling a little drugged up be side of the pain and pressure. Will update with pics as soon as I can. I'm pretty sure it's nothing pretty looking under here drains and all. I'll update again after my followup appointment.
So far so good. Just feeling a little drugged up be side of the pain and pressure. Will update with pics as soon as I can. I'm pretty sure it's nothing pretty looking under here drains and all. I'll update again after my followup appointment.
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May 26, 2013
Hi. I am glad
That you finally got your revision and wish u all the best.sad part is that no matter what we do there is not a guarantee for us, they should come with at least a 10 yr guarantee of ps do over and implant charge included with all our fees free of charge as we are the ones paying with our bodies and minds just for being women in this society. Again good luck and enjoy
May 26, 2013
Thanks country girl yes it's been a long road but I am hoping this is the last time.
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So sorry to hear about the challenges you're experiencing with CC. This must be so frustrating for you! I don't blame you for wanting to keep your new breasts. I'll pray that your upcoming surgery is successful. Here is a link from our Doctor Q&A that touches on your question regarding Strattice being used for breast revisions. Keep us posted!