5 days post op I felt pain on left breast and armpit/arm area (pain started within 15 min of taking a shower, no compression bra on during that time as awaiting bra to dry and tried to put on bandeau bra over head to help discomfort, maybe lifting arm up too high?). Week f/u yesterday, didn't bring it up because it felt better; however since doing breast massage last night, its more tender to touch and swollen than right breast. Could I have done something to cause this? Is this normal?
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May 21, 2019
Answer: One breast more sore and swollen after augmentation
I do not believe there is any scientific evidence that collagen supplementation leads to excessive scar formation. Standard scar-decreasing maneuvers such as relief of tension, sun-avoidance, massage & perhaps silicone (usually reserved for when/if scar hypertrophy actually forms) will...
Hello,
Thank you for your question!
It is difficult to assess you based off photos alone. It may be best to speak with your plastic surgeon, as each surgeon has different protocols and post op instructions
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Dear Sensible8405,
I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a breast augmentation surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has...
