Feeling a small lump near my right areola 4 months after breast augmentation. What could it be? (Photo)

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Hi, I had a silicone 325cc, dual plan breast augmentation done from about 4 months ago. I went from an A cup to C! My recovery was perfect, no issues at all. I’ve just noticed a small lump near areola. It’s not showing on the breast, I can only feel it. No pain, but there’s some kind of difference feeling around this area. My surgeon is not located where I live, so he can’t examine me. Is it something I should worry about? What could that be please?

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question!
Give your surgeon a call for guidance. You can see your family physician or gynecologist to have this looked at. Best wishes!

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

Any lump in the breast should be thoroughly examined.  Because you recently had cosmetic breast surgery it is likely a benign issue either with the implant or the surrounding capsule.  Nonetheless, I recommend you get a medical professional to evaluate it.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If you are not able to visit with your plastic surgeon or a colleague you should make an appointment with your primary care physician or who you see for breast health.  After an examination it can be determined if anything further needs to be done.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Always best to check with your surgeon. If they can't be reached check with a local surgeon. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear DolceCookie,
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 or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Feeling a small lump near my right areola 4 months after breast augmentation. What could it be? (Photo)

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Feeling a small lump near my right areola 4 months after breast augmentation. What could it be? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Feeling a small lump. An in person evaluation is needed to answer.

Answer: Feeling a small lump. An in person evaluation is needed to answer.

Answer: Small lump

Answer: Small lump

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