1 month Post explant. One breast is larger. Should I be concerned? (photos)

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Dear Doctors, I recently had my implants removed. I've noticed one breast is larger than the other. I thought it may have been natural asymmetry, but after acquiring my preop (before augmentation) photos I'm not so sure. I met with the nurse a week ago and she thought everything looked fine, but I do not see my PS for a few more weeks. Should I be concerned? I fear seroma though I can't actually feel or see fluid. Thanks in advance!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You could have residual swelling present from surgery contributing to the asymmetry.  Your surgeon will be able to rule out a seroma with an exam or ultrasound.  If the asymmetry becomes worse or you develop pain or other symptoms, reach out to your surgeon for an evaluation.

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

Without examining you in person, impossible to truly answer your question. My hope is that the asymmetry is simply due to swelling. However, your surgeon should be able to give you a more accurate assessment after examining you in person. Best of luck.

Ben Gbulie, MD, FACS · Answer

I won't be able to answer your question completely without an exam.
It is typical to have some residual swelling or small seroma this soon after an explantation. For as long as there is no infection (does not appear there is in your photo) the asymmetry will improve as you heal though that is not guaranteed. Your breasts will not look exactly the same as before you were augmented and the mild asymmetry you have is likely expected.
I would recommend massaging the breasts to help all residual swelling or fluid to resolve then follow up with your PS as planned

Kamran Khoobehi, MD · Answer

You did not mention about the size of the implants and how long ago you had augmentation. Your pictures show normal asymmetry and changes post explanation. I offer my patient fat grafting post explanation to help with the asymmetry and upper pole fullness. Please see the link

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