I had a very bad hematoma and I was wondering how soon after can I start massaging my breast? I don't want it to shift or lose volume or what have you?!? I know after implants especially silicon you have massage them intensely so the pocket don't close, which my body heals remarkably fast so I'm concerned? So when can I start massaging and start doing daily activity like mopping and things?
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Capsular contracture can cause the breast to feel firm and sometimes look abnormally round or elevated. I recommend you see your surgeon as soon as you can for a more accurate assessment.
The amount to be placed in an expander depends upon a number of facors including the quality of the skin, the quality of the surgical of the surgical scar, the size of the expander and comfort. There is no set amount that should be placed in the expander. The other factor in the process is the...
From your photos, it appears that you not only are deflated, but also have some degree of excess skin. I would consider a consultation with board certified plastic surgeon to get a better idea of what you might need. This is a complicated question to answer and it is likely that you will need a...