I had a breast lift/augmentation 25 days ago. I also had lipo to the underarms as well. The underarm areas are swollen and tender and breasts feel like I'm on fire due to the burning and aching sensations. I asked my PS about massages to the breast and lipo areas and about using compression garments and he dismissively said that none of that was needed. I feel like he's minimizing my discomfort. Pls advise.
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March 7, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift Along with Underarm Lipo--pain at 25 days
If your definition of perky is to have the nipple higher up on the breast, that may come to be over the next few months as the implants settle fully and fill out the skin in the bottom of your breasts.
If your definition of perky is for your breasts to be higher on your chest, that won't...
Thank you for the photos. You are still early in your post operative course. Breast implants tend to start dropping into place after 3 to 4 weeks. They usually will get to their final position in 6 to 12 months. One will usually drop faster than the other, and the shape may go through ...