Submuscular breast augmentation 10yrs ago, bottomed out, had 2nd surgery w/in 6mths(implants placed over muscle). 3yrs ago contracted internal staph infection(right breast), treated w/ antibiotics & cleared up. 8mths ago had surgery(same breast), removed papilloma. 1mth ago got 2nd staph infection(same breast), taking antibiotics, MRI & appt with disease specialist scheduled. Dr thinks implant is infected. How can staph get into a saline implant thru the silicone sack w/no apparent saline leak?
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It is quite likely that the 200 cc implant will create a cup size that may be considered larger than a B cup. Since your bra band size is small (32), it will not take a large volume to get you to a full B cup. Depending on how much breast tissue you currently have...
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In straightforward cases, it is reasonable and within the standard of practice to concomitantly perform a cyst removal and breast augmentation. The cyst removal may be covered by your insurance, depending on the insurance carrier and your clinical condition. The breast augmentation...
Without photos, it is very difficult to tell. However, if an implant pocket is made too big, then a capsule repair is needed to help reduce the size of the pocket and reposition the implant. This needs to be evaluated in-person by a board certified plastic surgeon in your area, but you do have ...
