Almost 6 weeks. I have these huge fluid filled knots under the left breast. I still have a light, clear fluid that oozes on both sides, I still have severe, sharp pains in both arms with numbness in thumb and forefinger. My surgery was five or take 12 and 1/2 hours. I went from an “I” cup to a “D” cup. It still feels extremely tight on both sides. Can’t even sleep in my bed yet. Is any of this ok? I’ve only seen my surgeon once but keep seeming his APN. Getting fed up. Can someone help me?
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Thank you for your question. I am very sorry for your complication, and I realize how devastating your situation is. This can happen in any patient, and it has a much higher risk in patients with tobacco use (which is why I don't do this operation on patients who smoke). ...
This may be perfectly normal if the breasts are sensitive. Some women have the same sensitivity, some have hypersensitivity, and some have decreased sensitivity. Best to check with the plastic surgeon who performed your breast reduction; but in my experience, the sensitivity diminishes with...
The piercing should be removed for a couple weeks prior to surgery as it can be an infection risk as well, but blood supply should be okay unless it is some unusual type of piercing. Never hurts to get a second opinion as well for your breast reduction. Best wishes.
