I have mild scoliosis and my breasts have always been slightly uneven. However, ever since I received augmentation I felt the implants looked considerably different in their appearance...not necessarily in size, but with how they settled. One seems to be perky and the other has always hung more towards my armpit and has taken on a lower almost flatter shape it seems. I am 9 1/2 months out. Advice?
Answer: Capsular Contracture Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on the photos provided, I do not feel that you have capsular contracture. Capsular contracture is a response of the immune system to foreign materials in the human body. Medically, it occurs mostly in context of the complications from breast implants and artificial joint prosthetics. I would recommend that you follow up with your surgeon for a full examination and to have all your questions answered.
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Answer: Capsular Contracture Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on the photos provided, I do not feel that you have capsular contracture. Capsular contracture is a response of the immune system to foreign materials in the human body. Medically, it occurs mostly in context of the complications from breast implants and artificial joint prosthetics. I would recommend that you follow up with your surgeon for a full examination and to have all your questions answered.
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July 25, 2019
Answer: Asymmetric breasts after breast augmentation Hello and thank you for your question and sharing your photos. Capsular contracture is best diagnosed by physical examination, and is characterized by firmness on palpation, and deformity and pain in severe cases. Some degree of asymmetry is not uncommon after breast augmentation, particularly if there was some asymmetry prior to your surgery. I would suggest that you see your surgeon for an evaluation and advice. Best,
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July 25, 2019
Answer: Asymmetric breasts after breast augmentation Hello and thank you for your question and sharing your photos. Capsular contracture is best diagnosed by physical examination, and is characterized by firmness on palpation, and deformity and pain in severe cases. Some degree of asymmetry is not uncommon after breast augmentation, particularly if there was some asymmetry prior to your surgery. I would suggest that you see your surgeon for an evaluation and advice. Best,
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture It doesn't appear from the photos you provided that you have capsular contracture, but it is best to return to your surgeon for an examination. It may simply be that the look demonstrates your natural asymmetries, which we all have to some degree. Your surgeon can discuss options to correct this if it is bothersome to you.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture It doesn't appear from the photos you provided that you have capsular contracture, but it is best to return to your surgeon for an examination. It may simply be that the look demonstrates your natural asymmetries, which we all have to some degree. Your surgeon can discuss options to correct this if it is bothersome to you.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture? (Photo) Capsular contracture can be diagnosed during a consultation with your plastic surgeon. A plastic surgeon easily notices even minute signs of capsular contracture, along with well-defined signs like hardening of the implant and distortion in shape. Some may even experience a sensation of constriction or feeling heavy-chested when the capsule starts to tighten. In a few cases, the affirmation of capsular contracture is done through a mammogram, MRI, or ultrasound. None of your narrative points to your having capsular contracture.The left implant is higher and does appear smaller. However, if the pocket is tight, this would explain the look.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture? (Photo) Capsular contracture can be diagnosed during a consultation with your plastic surgeon. A plastic surgeon easily notices even minute signs of capsular contracture, along with well-defined signs like hardening of the implant and distortion in shape. Some may even experience a sensation of constriction or feeling heavy-chested when the capsule starts to tighten. In a few cases, the affirmation of capsular contracture is done through a mammogram, MRI, or ultrasound. None of your narrative points to your having capsular contracture.The left implant is higher and does appear smaller. However, if the pocket is tight, this would explain the look.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Uneven I would suggest going back to your surgeon and being examined. If you like the tighter side, the looser one could be tightened with internal sutures. If you prefer to looser side, the opposite could be released. Ultrasound treatments could also be tried to see if the tighter side could be loosened.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Uneven I would suggest going back to your surgeon and being examined. If you like the tighter side, the looser one could be tightened with internal sutures. If you prefer to looser side, the opposite could be released. Ultrasound treatments could also be tried to see if the tighter side could be loosened.
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