I'm currently at my 8 month mark from a breast augmentation. I've decided to get silicone with the inframammary incision process. I don't mind the rippling too much or the scar tissue texture. However, the appearance of the scar does bother me. I would love to get a tattoo just to cover up the scar line. I'm just a bit worried that it may puncture my implant.
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You should see your plastic surgeon for an evaluation. Since the numbness started after surgery, it is likely due to swelling. Numbness of the arms can be related to swelling after an IV or blood pressure cuff or bandeau that is too tight, but you need to see your surgeon to be sure nothing more...
It sounds like your sister is doing quite well with a very difficult disease. It seems like she would not be at a significantly increased risk with anesthesia. A situation like this should addressed with the plastic surgeon, anesthesiologist, and treating neurologist in concert.
Personally I recommend that my patients massage their breasts. Your plastic surgeon is probably recommending lying on your breasts to try to keep the pocket expanded. You could ask her if massage would be a reasonable substitute. There may be a reason she doesn't want you to massage.When I...