I think I may have a small amount of fluid in my left breast 8 weeks post breast implant explantation. I have seen my surgeon several times and he never expressed any concern and there is no pain or discomfort at all. I only noticed my left breast feels a bit watery and if I hold it in just a certain way, I can get a little "wave" in my skin by poking it. What will happen if I just leave it alone, continue with my massage and red light therapy and nothing else? Thank you
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Hi,palpable lymph nodes in the axilla or armpit are often the first sign of extracapsular implant rupture. They have a characteristic appearance on US and don't require needle biopsy. My normal protocol is to only offer sampling of lymph nodes if they are large or problematic.
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Dear mirceateo1,I tend to prefer the periareolar incision because its the most well hidden. There is a natural border between the areola and the rest of the breast skin the hides the incision extremely well. You have to be completely naked to see it vs other incisions like transaxillary and ...
If you are in good health and cleared to have anesthesia you can elect to have your implants removed at any time. After an examination your surgeon will let you know if it is recommended that the capsules be removed as well. Costs will vary by surgeon and region.
