I am 6.5 weeks post-op with silicone sub-muscular implants and they are squeaking horribly -- what's going on?

February 11, 2018
Asked By:CupidMomma

I am constantly massaging but this has been going on since week 3 now. I’m becoming very irritated by this. I’ve already asked my plastic surgeon and he was no help. Any advice?

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February 14, 2018

Answer: This breast sound is called bourdonnement, and is described in the plastic surgery literature

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 14, 2018

Answer: This breast sound is called bourdonnement, and is described in the plastic surgery literature

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 13, 2018

Answer: Noises

February 13, 2018

Answer: Noises

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