Cyst + Fibroadenoma and Breast Implants. Is this the right approach?

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I am 28 and considering breast augmentation. I discovered cysts (C) and fibroadenomas (F) in both breasts first in 2017. 2019 report: right breast (F5.4x3.8mm; C3.5x2.5mm; F4.5x3.4mm), left breast (C3.5x1.8mm) 2020 (today): RB (F3.7x2 mm; C2.7x1.6mm; F 8x3mm), LB (С2.4x1.6mm) My potential PS said no biopsy is needed as long as F&C are less than 2cm and no rapid growth has been noticed. Is it the right approach? Other surgeons told me to do biopsy once F&C reach 1cm. Can I still have implants?

Ram Kalus, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is important to be evaluated both by a breast surgeon and a plastic surgeon. The advice regarding biopsies is probably correct, but a definitive answer should come from your breast surgeon. It is important to assess risk factors, including family history, etc. An experienced board certified plastic surgeon should be able to advise you as to whether or not you are a good candidate fro breast augmentation after evaluating you in person. In general, it is a true statement that breast augmentation does not increase your future risk of breast cancer, but a breast with implants may on occasion be more difficult to evaluate via mammogram and ultrasound than a breast without an implant. Breast augmentation, like most elective cosmetic surgery, is an operation to improve quality of life. A risk benefit ratio always needs to be considered by you, the patient. Best of luck to you.

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