I had a second revision on right breast on March 17. It is still swollen and I have a small lump in the right upper outside that I noticed yesterday. I was instructed not to massage for 3 weeks, but am concerned about scar forming before that. Any thoughts? How long does the swelling last? Thanks in advance!
March 29, 2009
Answer: There shouldn't be a lot of swelling after capsulotomy There should not be much swelling after a capsulotomy. If there is a lot and that breast is much larger then the other, you might have a fluid collection. The small "lump" may represent fluid or, be a bulge from the implant resulting from the capsule being opened in that area. If the "lump" feels like the rest of the implant, that is what it probably is. I am sure you have or will be seeing your surgeon about this!
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March 29, 2009
Answer: There shouldn't be a lot of swelling after capsulotomy There should not be much swelling after a capsulotomy. If there is a lot and that breast is much larger then the other, you might have a fluid collection. The small "lump" may represent fluid or, be a bulge from the implant resulting from the capsule being opened in that area. If the "lump" feels like the rest of the implant, that is what it probably is. I am sure you have or will be seeing your surgeon about this!
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Answer: How Long Does Swelling Last After Open Capsulotomy? Hi PK, Swelling may still persists for a few more weeks. It's not uncommon for patients to have some degree of swelling for a few months, not just a few weeks. Keep in close contact with your surgeon so they may rule out any complications like excess fluid collections. Immediate post surgical concerns are not the time for internet opinions, you need to see your surgeon, or at the least speak to them.
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Answer: How Long Does Swelling Last After Open Capsulotomy? Hi PK, Swelling may still persists for a few more weeks. It's not uncommon for patients to have some degree of swelling for a few months, not just a few weeks. Keep in close contact with your surgeon so they may rule out any complications like excess fluid collections. Immediate post surgical concerns are not the time for internet opinions, you need to see your surgeon, or at the least speak to them.
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