Is this normal for one to be harder then the other I just had my surgery February 05
Answer: One of my breast is harder the other is softer what does this mean Your surgery is very recent and there can be significant swelling. Also the swelling can differ from one side to the other and can account for the firmness in the breast. I recommend you communicate with your surgeon and give your body some time to heal. Your plastic surgeon will be able to determine whether there is a problem or if your symptoms are normal. Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: One of my breast is harder the other is softer what does this mean Your surgery is very recent and there can be significant swelling. Also the swelling can differ from one side to the other and can account for the firmness in the breast. I recommend you communicate with your surgeon and give your body some time to heal. Your plastic surgeon will be able to determine whether there is a problem or if your symptoms are normal. Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 20, 2014
Answer: Breasts 2 weeks post op Having some asymmetric swelling or edema is not necessarily a problem at 2 weeks post op. This is still very early, and it will take time for things to settle.A significantly harder breast, on the other hand, may be more serious. A hematoma, or post surgical bleed within the breast can result in a firm, often painful breast. This may require a return to the operating room to evacuate the blood and address any bleeding vessel.Follow up closely with your board certified plastic surgeon after surgery.
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February 20, 2014
Answer: Breasts 2 weeks post op Having some asymmetric swelling or edema is not necessarily a problem at 2 weeks post op. This is still very early, and it will take time for things to settle.A significantly harder breast, on the other hand, may be more serious. A hematoma, or post surgical bleed within the breast can result in a firm, often painful breast. This may require a return to the operating room to evacuate the blood and address any bleeding vessel.Follow up closely with your board certified plastic surgeon after surgery.
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February 19, 2014
Answer: BBA If you had the implants under the muscle it is likely that one muscle is bigger and stronger than the other and this would make it harder to the touch
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February 19, 2014
Answer: BBA If you had the implants under the muscle it is likely that one muscle is bigger and stronger than the other and this would make it harder to the touch
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Answer: One of my breast is harder the other is softer what does this mean You are a little over 4 weeks post-op from your surgery and that is just too soon to worry. Implants can take anywhere from 3-6 months to soften and settle. They can settle at different rates as well, so try to be patient and keep in mind that it's common. It's important that you continue with your follow up appointments with your surgeon and discuss any concerns you may have. ac
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Answer: One of my breast is harder the other is softer what does this mean You are a little over 4 weeks post-op from your surgery and that is just too soon to worry. Implants can take anywhere from 3-6 months to soften and settle. They can settle at different rates as well, so try to be patient and keep in mind that it's common. It's important that you continue with your follow up appointments with your surgeon and discuss any concerns you may have. ac
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February 20, 2014
Answer: Difference in Breast Firmness/Softness Hello,You are still very early out from surgery. It is very normal to have discrepancies from side to side following breast surgery. You are likely experiencing more swelling on the side that feels firmer. This swelling should resolve with time. Continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon for evaluation and further recommendations.Good luck.
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February 20, 2014
Answer: Difference in Breast Firmness/Softness Hello,You are still very early out from surgery. It is very normal to have discrepancies from side to side following breast surgery. You are likely experiencing more swelling on the side that feels firmer. This swelling should resolve with time. Continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon for evaluation and further recommendations.Good luck.
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