4 years post op - can feel implant towards lower part of the breast - can almost pop it in and out (sort of like air bubble)

July 23, 2022
Asked By:ahf2003 in England, United Kingdom

I am 4 years post op with under the muscle implants (tear drop), I have had no issues at all however I have recently felt what feels like a lump but since realised it’s the edge of my implant on my right breast. It’s right towards the scar at the bottom and I can almost push it in and out like a small air bubble that pops back and forth. Is this normal? I haven’t lost a dramatic amount of weight and never noticed this before. No pain, redness and looks the same from the outside still.

Answers (11)

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August 2, 2022

Answer: Need to make sure it is the implant

George Bitar, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 2, 2022

Answer: Need to make sure it is the implant

George Bitar, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 1, 2022

Answer: Implant

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 1, 2022

Answer: Implant

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 30, 2022

Answer: Implant shell palpability

Mark Chin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 30, 2022

Answer: Implant shell palpability

Mark Chin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Answer: See your surgeon for an assessment

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July 29, 2022

Answer: See your surgeon for an assessment

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July 29, 2022

Answer: Breast implant

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Answer: Breast implant

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