Why would my breasts be larger after extended tummy tuck with MR and lipo?

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I had surgery on June 12th and now my breasts are bigger than than they were before. I did some have minor lipo of the sides of my breasts during this surgery but that doesn't seem like it would cause such an increase. I had breast reduction surgery in 2015 and this increase is disheartening. Thank you for any feedback you can provide.

Austin Hayes, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your surgery. Liposuction in the area can cause fluid to accumulate. I'd recommend discussing your concerns with your surgeon, but I would expect that the swelling will improve completely over the course of 3-6 months.

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

Stressful situations such as surgery can cause hormonal changes that affect the breasts. This is usually just sensitivity or tenderness but can also lead to temporary lumpiness or increases in volume. Having said this, the most likely cause of the increase breast size is the liposuction. Liposuction is very traumatic to the tissues and will invariably cause swelling. As you are obviously concerned at this time, it would be appropriate to visit your surgeon for a thorough explanation and assurance.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. After surgery, there can be significant shifts in fluid volume and swelling. This is likely what has caused the change in your breasts. I would advise you to discuss this with your surgeon but I would suggest that this will resolve back to normal with time but may take 3 months or more, so be patient.Hope this helps!

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

is the most likely explanation for your perceived increase in breast size.  Unless your weight is increasing as well, your breasts will return to its pre-op size as you continue to heal.  You can get more reassurances from your surgeon in your follow-ups as you should address this with him/her.

Why would my breasts be larger after extended tummy tuck with MR and lipo?

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