I am two weeks post breast augmentation- surgery went well and took minimal meds but I am having trouble to take a full deep breath- and feel lightheaded- i feel like every 5th breath i need to take an extra deep breath to try and compensate.... is this just due to the extra weight on my chest?
Answer: Breathless at 2 weeks Thank you for your question. Muscle tightness and weight of implants can attribute to labored breathing. That being said, shortness of breath and dizziness should definitely be evaluated by your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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Answer: Breathless at 2 weeks Thank you for your question. Muscle tightness and weight of implants can attribute to labored breathing. That being said, shortness of breath and dizziness should definitely be evaluated by your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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Answer: Breathlessness 2 weeks post after breast augmentation This could be due to blood loss during your operation. I would recommend getting a blood count or blood test if possible to see if you're anaemic. It's important that you follow up with your surgeon asap in case there is a more serious underlying issue here.
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Answer: Breathlessness 2 weeks post after breast augmentation This could be due to blood loss during your operation. I would recommend getting a blood count or blood test if possible to see if you're anaemic. It's important that you follow up with your surgeon asap in case there is a more serious underlying issue here.
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August 20, 2017
Answer: Could be serious. Go to the ER Although this may be nothing, it may be something serious and should be evaluated. A chest x-ray, chest CT blood oxygen levels and maybe an ultrasound of your lower extremities would exclude the serious problems.
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August 20, 2017
Answer: Could be serious. Go to the ER Although this may be nothing, it may be something serious and should be evaluated. A chest x-ray, chest CT blood oxygen levels and maybe an ultrasound of your lower extremities would exclude the serious problems.
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August 16, 2017
Answer: Trouble breathing after augmentation Thank you for your question. It's possible that the swelling and pressure of the implants might have an effect, but what your are describing is uncommon. More of a concern would be possible blood clots after surgery that have migrated to your lungs. This can be extremely serious, so I would suggest you contact your surgeon or family doctor ASAP.
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August 16, 2017
Answer: Trouble breathing after augmentation Thank you for your question. It's possible that the swelling and pressure of the implants might have an effect, but what your are describing is uncommon. More of a concern would be possible blood clots after surgery that have migrated to your lungs. This can be extremely serious, so I would suggest you contact your surgeon or family doctor ASAP.
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August 15, 2017
Answer: No that is unusual after a breast argumentation. It may be something that your mind has to adjust to, but your surgeon should be made aware as it could also be something much more medically severe and should be evaluated.
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August 15, 2017
Answer: No that is unusual after a breast argumentation. It may be something that your mind has to adjust to, but your surgeon should be made aware as it could also be something much more medically severe and should be evaluated.
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