What Happens to Extra Skin After Breast Reconstruction?

It is unclear of the timing of the bruising. If this is early post-op, it may just be from surgery. If this is new, it may suggest a hematoma.  Sounds like you are having a lot of issues going on.  Good luck.

Hello!  Thank you for your question!  Typically after completion of chemotherapy, there is a waiting period of at least 4 weeks in order to allow your body to recover after the chemotherapy.  This increases your immune system and will significantly decrease your complication rate...

Radiation treatments always make these cases more difficult.  Hardening may reflect the scarring around the implant.  If this doesn't resolve it can become even more bothersome.  If the entire implant becomes firm I usually remove the devices as well as the scar and replace it...

Hi, I'm an expert in oncoplastic breast reconstruction, and use the term to mean reconstruction of a breast, specifically and only in the setting of breast conservation. I don't use the term when referring to post mastectomy reconstruction.There are many different techniques that exist, however...

Yes, the expanders can and do ride high during expansion.  You should discuss this issue with you doctor.   The final result with the permanent prosthesis should be different looking.

Expanders can migrate high sometimes during the expansion phase.  Yes, it can often be adjusted at the second stage.  As for a 2nd opinion that is your choice.