Radiation on my right breast has caused the skin to be very tight. Can this be fixed?

I’m sorry your experience with breast surgery didn’t go as planned. Based on your photo, a revision will be necessary to treat the symmastia. Different options are possible. Best of luck !

The mesh did not "dissolve" but rather integrated completely into your tissues. It is likely that the collages is now integrated into your skin by this normal, physiologic process. While this typically does strengthen the capsule and the skin, it often occurs in individuals with skin and capsule...

Direct to implant reconstruction is very commonly practiced these days and is the preferred method of reconstruction of many surgeons around the country. However, it does take a team of surgeons, both the oncologic and plastic surgeon, that are familiar with the procedure. This consideration is...

This is something that your surgeons should specifically discuss with you. Only they will know the exact details of the repair in which areas need support and which need a little relief. You are correct. Sometimes there are forces working against each other when you have both symmastia as well...

Any nicotine use will predispose you to some skin necrosis. However, if you are not having a formal reconstruction with implants, the skin necrosis can often be managed conservatively without any other surgery. Without a formal reconstruction, your risk of serious problems such as infection are...

From your description, you likely have Poland's syndrome. Poland's can present with only breast development discrepancy or may involve underlying muscle and bone. The best way to get an opinion is to call and make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon. Look for one who does a lot...