I am 1 month post op from my nipple sparring double mastectomy and immediate reconstruction with expanders. They were filled to 200cc at surgery and then an additional 45cc at the first fill. I just had my first fill yesterday and I am very concerned that the expander are really far apart. They feel even further apart after the first fill. Would wearing a tight compression bra help to bring the expanders together? Can this be fixed during the exchange surgery?
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Yes, it is very possible as a breast reconstruction revision surgery that your insurance will cover the dog ear removal after a mastectomy. Your insurance benefits can easily be verified prior to your consultation. And any other revisions or improvements could also be done at the...
Thank you for your question. I understand your desire to use implants for your breast reconstruction since this tends to be a more straightforward method than autologous tissue transfer. However, even if you wait a year or longer after your radiation treatment to undergo your breast...
I'm sorry you're experiencing complications of your breast reconstruction. Unfortunately, skin health is not as good after radiation and risks of necrotic skin with operations like nipple reconstruction are higher. The good news is that the body is amazing at healing open wounds from skin loss ...
