I got breast implants 2 years ago. I feel a lump on my left breast and I'm worried

Lumps are always worrisome because they can be due to a multitude
of things, some which are serious, some which are not. All new lumps should be
treated with suspicion.

Lumps can start to develop due to significant capsular contracture
in which case you require a capsulectomy, or even if a silicone implant has
ruptured. If there was a rupture, and the parts of the implant broke off, it
may feel like a lump and this may have to be diagnosed using an MRI.

The breast lump like the one
you're describing could also possibly be a ripple in the implant shell that is
appearing now because your breast skin is thinning allowing the implant to be
palpable.

Alternatively, and less
likely, it could be a benign or cancerous breast mass, and this is why every
suspicious mass should be evaluated and properly biopsied.

Without pictures, and in-person exam, no conclusive diagnosis can
be made.

Please visit a
board-certified plastic surgeon, preferably your first surgeon who has your
medical and family history, to have a breast evaluation, and if there is
something suspicious, a mammogram may be needed. I urge you to not wait, and set up an
in-person follow-up with your surgeon sooner than later.

Take care

I appreciate your question.



Since there has been a change in your post op course, please contact your surgeon so he/she can examine you and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan at this time.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



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