Tightness 7 days post-op: My left breast is tighter than my right.

Question

Is this something to be concerned with? My ps nurse had me worried today and just looking for second apinion.

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to have one side feel tighter than the other.  This is especially true if a larger implant was placed on one side than the other.  If it is just tightness and there is not a dramatic difference in size or bruising then I would not be concerned.  However, if there is a dramatic size difference between the two sides or bruising apparent then I would get in contact with your plastic surgeon as soon as possible.Hope that helps.

Ron Soltero, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Patient: thanks for your question!  It is not uncommon to experience tightness, pulling only 7 days post op Breast Augmentation.  I would suggest you go see your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for a post op and bring up the concern with him/her. Hope this helps!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear holly2112,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tim Sayed, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

In the early weeks after breast augmentation, it is not uncommon to feel differently on the two sides. Sometimes the side of the dominant hand will experience more muscle contraction and spasm, and sometimes it's just a fluke that one side rests in the pocket earlier and better than the other side. There is not much to do at this juncture, though your surgeon might recommend massage and/or a tight band dressing to the upper pole of the breast. Make sure you see the doctor on your next visit so you can hear directly from your surgeon whether any special maneuvers are advised.

Clayton L. Moliver, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to still feel some tightness a week after your surgery, in fact, you may still feel that way for a few more weeks. Unless one breast is noticeably more swollen, painful or red, then things are probably fine. Breasts are sisters and not twins, so they will feel and look a bit different from side to side. Again, slight differences are OK, big differences are not.

Tightness 7 days post-op: My left breast is tighter than my right.

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