Hello. I have been wondering how the monthly pms and swelling of breasts affect scars healing from a breast lift. My breasts increase around half to a full cup size around 7 days before my period (I can still fit into my normal bras but they are noticeably fuller). Will this have a negative effect on how scars heal? I can't imagine it's good to have this swelling return each month and fear it would result in wide, ugly scars.
Answer: Interesting question In my experience, I have not observed PMS breast swelling having any influence on scar healing. In general moisture from initially antibiotic ointment followed a couple weeks later by a gentle moisturizer enhances scar healing. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: Interesting question In my experience, I have not observed PMS breast swelling having any influence on scar healing. In general moisture from initially antibiotic ointment followed a couple weeks later by a gentle moisturizer enhances scar healing. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: PMS swelling and scars Each individual patient is different, but you are correct that the more tension that scars are put under, the more likely they are to widen. However, a well sutured breast lift should start out with very thin incision lines and how much your individual scars would stretch would depend upon a number of factors. You would have to balance this possibility with how much your low breast position bothers you.
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Answer: PMS swelling and scars Each individual patient is different, but you are correct that the more tension that scars are put under, the more likely they are to widen. However, a well sutured breast lift should start out with very thin incision lines and how much your individual scars would stretch would depend upon a number of factors. You would have to balance this possibility with how much your low breast position bothers you.
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August 23, 2024
Answer: Scars Dear Vega637,
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August 23, 2024
Answer: Scars Dear Vega637,
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August 20, 2024
Answer: Scars Usually, with PMS, the swelling is not that great and you heal well. Scar products can be used to help the scars heal well.
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August 20, 2024
Answer: Scars Usually, with PMS, the swelling is not that great and you heal well. Scar products can be used to help the scars heal well.
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August 13, 2024
Answer: How does PMS breast swelling affect scars? PMS (premenstrual syndrome) breast swelling can temporarily affect the appearance of scars, particularly those from breast surgery. During PMS, hormonal changes cause the breasts to swell and become more sensitive, which can lead to several potential effects on scars:
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August 13, 2024
Answer: How does PMS breast swelling affect scars? PMS (premenstrual syndrome) breast swelling can temporarily affect the appearance of scars, particularly those from breast surgery. During PMS, hormonal changes cause the breasts to swell and become more sensitive, which can lead to several potential effects on scars:
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