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Thanks for asking. Mammograms are still possible even with capsular contracture. Letting your provider and tech know your situation will help. Sometimes MRI is used in breast evaluation. If a patient does have a grade IV contracture, she should see a plastic surgeon for the surgical options for taking care of it. Best wishes
It's not impossible, but it can be painful. If its totally necessary to have it done due to insurance not paying for MRI, I would suggest your doctor giving you a valium just to relax you so its not that painful for you. I would recommend an MRI if possible.
Mammograms can be safely and efficiently perfomed on breasts with implants, even with capsular contracture. It is important to let the mammogram technician know that you have breast implants in place before the mammogram. It does change the technique of the mammogram because they must "look around" the implant to get adequate images. Also, you don't want your implant to be ruptured by the mammographer.If you truly have a grade IV capsular contracture, then you should consider removing the capsule to alleviate the symptoms.Good Luck!
This is a question you should address with your surgeon. Two thoughts come to mind. One is any concern your surgeon may have about complications arising when you will have limited access to a physician that is familiar with your history and capable of addressing any issues that may develop. ...
Dear Meghen,700cc implants on top of your already B cup breasts will put you well over DD cup. Also, remember, saline implants are heavier than silicone and when placed over the muscle do not age well. The "rock in a sock" phenomenon applies here. Reconsider your options and...
It sounds like you do have a tubular breast deformity. Your breasts will likely continue to mature but may not really change with regard to shape. You might consider surgery when you are 18.
Hi. Your pre-op photo is helpful. Not only was the distance between your breasts a little wide, note the upside-down V shape of your medial breasts. This usually means your implants will be wider. Considering this you actually have a nice result; your distance is quite acceptable. You may still...
Thank you for your question. You definitely want to follow your own surgeon's post-op activity instructions. This is a general guide I give to my patients: 1) No heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 6 weeks. 2) Resume walking at a leisurely pace right after surgery (e.g. 2 mph) 3) At 2...
It sounds like you would do well with either a breast lift alone, or a breast lift and a small reduction. An augmentation would increase the size of your breast, would add increased weight to the breast, and would cause your breasts to droop/sag more quickly after surgery. A breast reduction or...
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