I had a breast lift yesterday and today I’m super swollen. It’s starting to look like a uni-boob. Is this normal?

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I had a lift yesterday. 6 hour surgery took out 450cc and put in 325cc. Today I am so swollen! It looks like I have a uniboob. Read mix things about it some say it’s common because of swelling others say No call doctor? Not sure what to do? How do I decrease swelling also not much bleeding is going on. The doctor won’t see until next Wednesday. Is that normal?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear sandygirl88,swelling can be expected so early after the surgery but 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, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Andrea Marando, MD · Answer

Congratulations for your operation. 24 hours after surgery swelling is normal and expected. Unless the swelling happened suddenly, asymmetrically and associated with a significant degree of pain, I would not be excessively concerned. However every practice should have some sort of help line for patients in case of concerns and therefore I would advice you to contact them and make them aware.At least they will be informed.Best of luckAndrea Marando MDCertified, European Board of Plastic Surgery  Member, Am. Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryManchester and London,  United Kingdom

Steven Varkony, MD · Answer

Post-operative swelling is normal and takes time to subside. Make sure you are following your surgeon’s post-operative care instructions to ensure proper healing. If you are concerned about the amount of swelling, it is best to schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss your trepidations.

Justin B. Maxhimer, MD, FACS · Answer

It is very common to have swelling postoperatively but if you have concerns you need to let your surgeon know and you should be seen immediately.  I am sure your surgeon would like to check on you to make sure everything is progressing as expected.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

If you have swelling you need to be seen by your PS. It is usual for a lot of swelling initially and skin tightening can lead to the implants initially appearing closer together but only your PS will know what has been done and whether the swelling is to be expected.

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