I have pulmonary fibrosis and have had implants for 16 years. Recently one has leaked and the other is painful. I want to replace them. How well can chest X-ray of lungs be seen with implants. Thank you
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Most patients think in terms of cup sizes; where breast implants are measured in volume. The average size breast implant in the US is 350 cc; the smallest is about 100 cc; the largest 800 cc. Available implant sizes with associated shape, volume, dimensions, projection specifications, and w...
Hi. Thanks for posting your questions.
It sounds like your breast swelling may be hormone related, given they occur in relation to your menstrual cycle. You have done the right thing in getting it assessed with an MRI, and making arrangement to see a plastic surgeon.
One thing which...
Thanks for your question. Your Base Width Diameter determines the maximum size of implant you can accomodate before the edges become visible beyond the footprint of your breast. However you can go any size smaller than this. If you anyway have some volume in your breasts then it should cover the...
