Does my breast look normal 4 months after my reconstruction? (Photos)

Dear aliasa, Thank you for your question and the accompanying photographs.  I agree that there are some asymmetries between the two breast mounds.  In my practice if I have a situation in which a tissue expander has shifted or is demonstrating asymmetric expansion, I will consider...

Thanks for the great question.When reconstructing one side there is almost always considerable asymmetry during the expansion phase. Since there is another surgery to remove the expander and place a more "permanent" implant we have an opportunity to adjust most asymmetries. However, your left...

Dear kyliegr,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, ...

There can be a number of reasons why your reconstructed breast is smaller and without knowing your full history (previous radiation? size of your breasts prior to surgery? health of the breast skin after mastectomy? type of mastectomy, etc) I would be guessing. What I can offer are possible...

Hi, thank you for submitting your question.  Itchy skin can be due to various causes, everything from dryness, allergies, irritants, neuropathy (nerve symptoms), drug reactions, etc.  If you have a history of breast cancer, you will want to be seen by your breast surgeon and/or plastic...

Hello and thank you for sharing. I understand your concerns and it is true that weight loss can affect your fat grafting to the breasts. However, it would need to be a substantial amount of weight to have any real impact. I encourage you to share your worries with your plastic surgeon, who can...