Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal?

January 5, 2016
Asked By:Tpatrick in DMV

Is it normal for the breast to still be high and tight 4 weeks post op? They are veg slowly softening, and was told its because my skin was very tight and my breasts were perky before surgery. They look very baloony on my chest and hoping they will become more natural

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February 9, 2016

Answer: You are still very early in the recovery process.

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Answer: You are still very early in the recovery process.

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January 7, 2016

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January 7, 2016

Answer: Breast Dropping

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January 7, 2016

Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal?

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January 7, 2016

Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal?

Tom J. Pousti, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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January 6, 2016

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January 6, 2016

Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal?

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 6, 2016

Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal?

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