9 year old implant bubble

Question

I had inplants 9 years ago. Everything was fine until I recently had a baby. I stopped breastfeeding 3 months ago but now it feels like I have an air bubble at the top of my right breast. During pregnancy my right implant also flipped but corrected itself after a few days. I got mastitis 3 times during breastfeeding and now am very conscious of any breast issues. What could this bubble be? Will it go away by itself? Is it breastfeeding related?

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. With this type of complex situation, there is no substitute for an in-person physical exam and consultation. I would suggest you go see a local plastic surgeon who is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery for an evaluation.Best of luck!

Marcus Davis, MBBS, MRM, FRCSEd (Plast) · Answer

Many thanks for your question and congratulations on your baby.
In order to confidently diagnose the problem with your right breast it would need to be examined. I would therefore advise you to consult with a board certified Plastic Surgeon.
I wish you luck.

Marcel Daniels, MD · Answer

From your description, it would appear you have saline implants and are now seeing a ripple. Consult with your surgeon for a possible switch to silicon gel implants.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Based on your description you may be feeling a fold in a silicone gel breast implant or a ripple in a saline breast implant.  It is most important that you've consult your plastic surgeon for an examination to make an appropriate diagnosis.

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