I’ve heard that piercings have been linked to capsular contracture. I’ve had a cartilage piercing for one year. It tends to get irritated (leak clear fluid) when I sleep on that side. Would it be smart to remove the piercing and let it heal over before having a BA? I would like to have a BA in approx. two months. Thank you!
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It is difficult to comment on what would be the best implant combination for you without examing you or seeing your photos. In my opinion, using implants of significantly different base diameters will result in breasts that do not look symmetrical, particularly in the upper poles. If their is...
Hi lovejanedoe,Capsular contracture is a condition that occur when the tissue surrounding the implant area tightens and contracts around the implant, resulting in unnaturally firm, distorted breast shapes that can sometimes be painful.
Correction generally requires removal of the implant,...
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Contacting your plastic surgeon is probably the best bet, as the recommendation may be influenced by the type and outcome of your breast augmentation. Typically, this far out, a brief period of time out of a bra can be acceptable but check with your PS first. Good luck and...
