I had breast augmentation approximately 2 months ago, and recently started feeling some firmness in my left breast, though it appears normal and symmetrical with my right. When I push on the breast, the tissue is soft but the implant feels akin to a ball moving around inside, whereas my right feels soft and I can hardly tell where the implant ends and my breast tissue begins. The left also feels somewhat tender when I apply pressure and then release it. Could these be signs of early capsular contracture?
January 14, 2016
Answer: Contracture Thanks for your question and I'm sorry that you are having an issue. The overall rate of contracture is 6% across the board. There are certain things like implant size and position that can affect it. When it does occur the scar tissue around the implant tightens and it feels more firm. Aggressive massage is used with early firmness in smooth round implants. Singulair is a medication that anecdotally has been used with success in some patients though there is no data to support it. This is best monitored with your surgeon. Best of Luck!
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January 14, 2016
Answer: Contracture Thanks for your question and I'm sorry that you are having an issue. The overall rate of contracture is 6% across the board. There are certain things like implant size and position that can affect it. When it does occur the scar tissue around the implant tightens and it feels more firm. Aggressive massage is used with early firmness in smooth round implants. Singulair is a medication that anecdotally has been used with success in some patients though there is no data to support it. This is best monitored with your surgeon. Best of Luck!
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January 14, 2016
Answer: Early capsular contracture? Briefly, the answer to your question is yes, you could have an early capsular contracture, but don't worry yet. You must go see your doctor and be examined. We can usually tell what's going on and can help. There are exercises and medications that can help, even if you do have a contracture. Good luck!
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January 14, 2016
Answer: Early capsular contracture? Briefly, the answer to your question is yes, you could have an early capsular contracture, but don't worry yet. You must go see your doctor and be examined. We can usually tell what's going on and can help. There are exercises and medications that can help, even if you do have a contracture. Good luck!
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