I feel like my left implant / breast is dropping faster than my right. + Odor after axillary approach (Photo)

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I am 3 weeks post-op (300 cc silicone) & still wearing my compression band for a few hours a day.My left breast seems to be appearing larger and lower as its dropping faster than my right. Procedure was done with axillary approach. Now I am back to my normal routine, but i have a bad odor coming from my armpits which i never had prior to surgery. I do use deodorant and wash it with antibacterial soap but the odor comes back within the next 20 min. Stitches seem to be healed fine & no infections.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear dk22,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 at 3 weeks  post op.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues around the implants are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides and the implants drop to their final position, you will be able to see the final result of your breast augmentation surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I feel like my left implant / breast is dropping faster than my right. + Odor after axillary approach (Photo)

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