Ruptured/Deflated Saline Implant after exercising - how long will it stay this way? (photos)

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I'm a 6'3 165lb Trans Woman. I got my breast augmentation 3.11.20. I got 700 cc overfilled to 800cc. I was about 220 lbs at the time. 2021 I began working out. I always avoided chest excercises. I reached my current weight which is about 165lbs. I decided to incorporate light chest excercise, thinking I need to train that part of me. On 1.17.22 I tried seated chest Flys. Everything felt fine but when I got home I immediately noticed a change in breast size...a significant change. I'm a mess rn

Stanley Okoro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and attached photos and also congratulations on your health improvement! I am so sorry this has happened to you, but it appears you have a ruptured saline breast implant. Unfortunately, this is not going to fix itself, however this is not a medical emergency. My best recommendation is to return to your plastic surgeon and have your implant exchanged for a new and intact implant. I would also recommend exchanging both implants for silicone implants, which are less likely to rupture, allowing you to continue your chest exercises.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear trini4u81,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, in case of implant rupture it should be exchanged. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

You should have the saline implant replaced.  It is rare that they deflate so replacing it is your best option.  The other breast may have a partial capsulectomy to lower the NA complex and make them more natural in appearance.  Before photos would help with evaluation.
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow

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