My surgeon instructed me to use silicone strips to reduce scarring from breast augmentation. I am 6 weeks, 1 day post up. I just started the strips yesterday and was cleared to do so. After about 24 hours of strip wear, my left incision has become itchy and red, so needless to say I am concerned. Could I be having an allergic reaction. (Photos for reference).
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The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a...
This would depend upon the type of breast lift performed and the areas into which fat is injected.
The areolae can definitely be reduced with periareolar scars. This gives a little bit of lift as well. Fat grafting to the breast is an implant-free procedure that is less invasive and offer...
Hello Genius598,
The pain you are describing sounds very much like nerve pain which often occurs following breast augmentation. It generally settles by 18 months post surgery. A rupture is unlikely at 8 months post-op. An MRI or USS may be advisable if you're worried. It's important to have...
