Hello, I had breast augmentation surgery done few weeks ago, and I can notice a difference in the breasts, my left breast is more higher, the upper part is more full, and the nipple is looking down, not like the right breast. What could be the reason? How would I know if it's not due to seroma or hematoma, how can I check for that? Before surgery I never had asymmetry. I had 350cc in both breasts.
September 10, 2012
Answer: Nipple asymmetry
I can see what concerns you. Thanks for attaching the series of photos which are most helpful.
Although the breast look quite even before surgery, the chest muscles underneath are rarely even is size and strength, and it is that that frequently contributes to early post-op asymmetry. One muscle is often tighter, pushing on the implant more than on the other side and causing the fluid to bulge in the upper pole. Almost always if the implants looked even in surgery they will look even after the implants settle and relax to accommodate the implants. This usually taked 3 months, sometimes longer. You probably wouldn't be able to recognize a small fluid collection, but your surgeon could. Any reassurance from those of us looking at photos pales by comparison to that from an in person evaluation from your surgeon.
Thanks and best wishes.
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September 10, 2012
Answer: Nipple asymmetry
I can see what concerns you. Thanks for attaching the series of photos which are most helpful.
Although the breast look quite even before surgery, the chest muscles underneath are rarely even is size and strength, and it is that that frequently contributes to early post-op asymmetry. One muscle is often tighter, pushing on the implant more than on the other side and causing the fluid to bulge in the upper pole. Almost always if the implants looked even in surgery they will look even after the implants settle and relax to accommodate the implants. This usually taked 3 months, sometimes longer. You probably wouldn't be able to recognize a small fluid collection, but your surgeon could. Any reassurance from those of us looking at photos pales by comparison to that from an in person evaluation from your surgeon.
Thanks and best wishes.
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September 8, 2012
Answer: Post Augmentation Asymmetry
The absence of photos or an examination makes it difficult to give an accurate opinion. However, you are fairly early in your recovery period. At this stage there will be swelling and scarring that it talking place in your operative site. Your breasts need to heal. It will typically take 3 to 6 months to see your final results and in some women longer. During that time the swelling and the scarring process will start to subside and the soft tissues will start to accommodate allowing the implants to move into position. It is important to understand that these processes may not occur at the same time in your breasts. If that is the case, then you will have some asymmetries that should hopefully correct in time.
I would recommend that you continue close follow up with your plastic surgeon and make sure you voice your concerns. They are in the best position to help you at this juncture, as not only did they do the surgery, but they have been monitoring your recovery.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
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September 8, 2012
Answer: Post Augmentation Asymmetry
The absence of photos or an examination makes it difficult to give an accurate opinion. However, you are fairly early in your recovery period. At this stage there will be swelling and scarring that it talking place in your operative site. Your breasts need to heal. It will typically take 3 to 6 months to see your final results and in some women longer. During that time the swelling and the scarring process will start to subside and the soft tissues will start to accommodate allowing the implants to move into position. It is important to understand that these processes may not occur at the same time in your breasts. If that is the case, then you will have some asymmetries that should hopefully correct in time.
I would recommend that you continue close follow up with your plastic surgeon and make sure you voice your concerns. They are in the best position to help you at this juncture, as not only did they do the surgery, but they have been monitoring your recovery.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
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