I'm due to have a breast augmentation with silicone on the 30 th July . I've read on real self forums of people developing Melasma after implants could this be true? I have Melasma . I no longer use birth control and use constant physical sun blockers . I'm now concerned that implants will worsen my existing Melasma or develop new patches. I do wonder if the ladies that developed Melasma would have done so anyway regardless of implants , any advice would be appreciated .
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I appreciate your concern, because size does matter when seeking a natural looking result in breast augmentation. I ask my patients to bring in photos of breasts the size they desire, because there can otherwise be confusion because B or C cup can vary greatly by brassiere manufactures! I also...
Patrick Briggs, FRCS, FRCSI (Plast Surg) (retired) says:
Local massage to your scar may well help with your symptoms. However it is essential that you see your plastic surgeon to make sure that there is no other pathology going on.
From your description, the bra you are wearing has become much too tight, probably due to post-operative swelling. Removing it should provide near instantaneous relief. I instruct my own patients to go braless for the first few days following breast augmentation, and I have found that wrapping...