Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underBreast Augmentation q&a

Why do they say not to eat spicy foods after Breast Augmentation or surgery in general?

Just curious what is trying to be prevented from not eating spicy foods after surgery? (BA)

Answers (4)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Juan Carlos Fuentes, MD
Juan Carlos Fuentes, MD profile photo
Dr. Juan Carlos Fuentes, MD
Plastic Surgeon
4.7 | 190 Reviews
Answered on Nov 28, 2014
Answer
Dr. Martin Jugenburg, MD
Martin Jugenburg, MD profile photo
Dr. Martin Jugenburg, MD
Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.8 | 892 Reviews
Answered on Nov 27, 2014
Answer
🔗 Link
Dr. M. Scott Haydon, MD
Dr. M. Scott Haydon, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Mar 10, 2016
Answer
Dr. Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
Dr. Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 22, 2018
Answer
1 person found this helpful

More Breast Augmentation Questions

I have a reaction to stitches. How long can I expect this to last? (photos)

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Thank you for your question. Now that you are finished the antibiotics, you should contact your surgeon to discuss further treatment. If it is the sutures that are irritating your skin, it may take until they all dissolve or are spit out to heal. Best,  

+2 answers

I am a male and I want breasts. Is it safe and will it work if I use a estrogen cream?

Top Answer
User Avatar
AF
Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS

Thanks drfs46 for your question! Applying estrogen cream directly to the chest does not cause "localized" growth in the way many expect. While some local absorption occurs, breast development is primarily driven by the overall level of estrogen in your bloodstream. In biological males, high...

+7 answers

Is there any way I can help bring my boobs closer together (I have wide spaced boobs) without surgery?

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Thank you for your question. Unfortunately there are no permanent solutions to bring your breasts closer together without looking into surgical options. Best, 

+7 answers

At 3 months after a breast augmentation, do I still need to wear a sports bra at night?

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Thank you for your question. At 3 months you should be able to wear any bra you would like and remove your bra at any time. That being said, it is always best to follow up with your surgeon and ensure he/ she is ok with you removing the bra. Best, 

+12 answers

Can a bad cough after BA cause any problems to my surgery areas?

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Coughing should not compromise your surgery. If you are concerned please follow up with your plastic surgeon to discuss. Best, 

+8 answers

I have a stitch sticking out of incision 3 weeks post op, what shall I do with it? (photo)

Top Answer
User Avatar
MM
Martin Jugenburg, MD

You should ask this specific question to your chosen surgeon for further instruction. As he or she knows what was exactly done. 

+9 answers
See all Breast Augmentation Q&A
See more Breast Augmentation Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE BREAST AUGMENTATION GUIDE →