The rupture of both implants was confirmed by MRI. Beneath my L breast what appears to be a keloid scar has formed. It feels sticky to the touch and stings with soap application when I shower. I cannot afford explantation (Medicare regards removal as a cosmetic procedure)--is it dangerous to my health--as I have no alternative--to leave the implants in?
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In general capsular contracture is a permanent hardness of the implant and does not come and go. It can be caused by trauma, for example a capsule tear that causes some bleeding that may then result in a contracture around your implant. It may be a good idea to get an MRI to evaluate...
A very large man picked me up and squeezed
me really hard to crack my back, horrible idea...
You may have caused a capsular and/or implant rupture or
more seriously fractured your ribs. See you plastic surgeon to orchestrate
your evaluation and what tests should be done
Everyone has a different protocol for this. Why haven't you seen your surgeon if it's been over a week since your surgery? Our procedure is to remove tape one week after surgery, wash the incisions and then re-tape every other day until the initial scar healing is complete, usually about six...
