Hi,I was wondering if I possibly ripped the pocket serounding the Implant (gummy bear under muscle tear drop)or even the implant itself? I felt a sharp pain and there is a visible rip on my right breast.its feelable&I can put my finger in the "hernia".The implant itself didn't move, The implant edges stayed in place.It looks more like a dubblebubble but appeared from one to another second with a painful sensation, it's more noticeable when I hold my arm up, what happened? Thanks for the answers!
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Answer: Breast augmentation capsular tear or ripped implant?
There is no fixed time where you will know the final size of your breasts after breast augmentation but usually we can say that inflammation may start to cease after one month and a half to three months post surgery, but remember every body is different so inflammation periods can vary from...
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After performing hundreds of breast augmentations, I have found that the size of implant best for you is dictated by your chest wall measurements. Once we determine that we can choose the profile based on what you want or need to achieve. If you are seeking a ...
There has been no association found between high blood pressure and breast implants. Continue to work with your PCP to determine the cause of, and in managing your hypertension. Best wishes.Karen Singer, M.D., P.A.Harvard GraduateBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
