62 years old. Implants placed 20 years ago, saline, on top of muscle. Drained by needle 1& 1/2 years ago. Enlarged lymph nodes under arm 2 months ago. Sac and scar tissue/encapsulated area removed 3 days ago. I chose to not get another implant or breast lift. I have a drain in each breast. Of course the breast appears fairly flat right now. Will the breast eventually fill in with fat tissue? If so, how long would it normally take? Thank you!
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Hello-With saline implants, you have several options. You could simply have your implants deflated in a plastic surgeon's office using a sterile needle, and then have the shell removed when you're finished breastfeeding.Another option would be to remove your implants under local anesthesia ...
It is important to reach out to your surgeon to discuss your symptoms. Fever could indicate an infection. Your surgeon should have an answering service or some way of contacting him in case of an emergency despite the office being closed.