7 years PO, implant uncomfortable & bigger - is something wrong? (Photos)

Good evening,
CC is unpredictable- if you have one, it could stay exactly like that for years or could get steadily worse- more hard and painful. It's really difficult to evaluate a CC based on photos- best to see your PS for an exam to discuss the options!

You should be seen aby a plastic surgeon for evaluation of this issue. They will probably want to do an ultrasound or MRI to diagnose the problem.

Dear N.R1,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went 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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

You may have torn part of your capsule and have some fluid around the implant. I would suggest going to your plastic surgeon and being checked. An ultrasound of the breast could be helpful.

There are many reasons for an increase in discomfort or a change in size or shape in an augmented breast. Firstly, one has to determine if this is a breast related problem or an implant related problem. This may be obvious just with examination but will almost certainly need some imaging with ultrasound, mammogram or even MRI. Insuring that the breast is healthy is the most important step.Capsular contracture could be causing your problem. How quickly it progresses is unpredictable. Some patients have a mild degree of firmness that never gets worse and some progress rapidly to a firm, painful or at times, a distorted shaped breast.I would recommend that you contact your original surgeon if possible and schedule an assessment.