Is it normal to retain water after Breast Augmentation?

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I had my ba on 28 and everything went well so far, my breasts are not so swollen anymore, I don't take any meds and am having no pain. Buuut, It's day 8 post op now and I have still 10 kg of water in my body! It's not getting worse but not getting better either! I'm so unhappy, I try to walk a lot, don't eat salt and drink 2,5-3liters water a day. Also I got some waterpills yesterday but they didn't worked! I've never experienced this befor, it's painless but I'm huge EVERYWHERE! Why is this happening?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

It is very common to have water retention after any type of surgery.  You are only 8 days out.  This swelling may last for weeks.  Please tell your plastic surgeon your concerns.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Having swelling and water retention after breast augmentation is normal but 20 lbs is an awful lot. Best to be seen by your doctor.

Manuel Marte, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Having water retention after BA is normal, your body will tend to retain fluid as a result of soft tissue swelling that occurs after any surgical procedure. The recuperation varies from a woman to another, remenber that this is part of the healing proceses. I recommend to talk to your surgeon to prescribe you a medication to help you, but please do not prescribe yourself. Best Wishes

William A. Terranova, MD (retired) · Answer

It is normal to retain fluid after a surgical procedure.   It varies by individual, but some retain very little and some retain quite a lot.  Most of the time the problem resolves spontaneously but occasionally the kidneys must be nudged a little and a diuretic is prescribed.  You say you have taken "water pills".  If they were over the counter, then you will need a prescription medication.  If you already have a prescribed medication, then you will need a higher dose.  Check with your surgeon.  Good luck.

Is it normal to retain water after Breast Augmentation?

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