Had over the muscle breast implants 11 years ago no problems until waking up a week ago and my left breast is much firmer and tender/sore it also looks much bigger than the other one. It seems higher on my chest. Is this capsular contracture? Also is this a dangerous situation as I cant get to a surgeon for a few weeks yet to be checked over. Please advise me thank you.
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Answer: Why is my breast suddenly bigger and harder?
There is no solid evidence to support that nipple piercings would increase your risk of capsular contracture. I have had several patients who have either had these piercings, or use these piercings after surgery without difficulty. While we have theories as to what causes capsular contracture to...
Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) The definitive treatment for capsular contracture includes (at a minimum) implant removal/exchange and total capsulectomy. The use of ADM may also be beneficial. If...
Capsular contracture is a complication that can occur after breast augmentation surgery, when the scar tissue around a breast implant tightens and hardens: ExplanationThe body forms a thin, pliable, and translucent capsule of scar tissue around a breast implant as a normal response to the...
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