Saline Breast Implants - Palpable Nodule on Breast Normal 9 Weeks Post-op?

September 21, 2008
Asked By:Leeza in Fresno USA

I'm 9 weeks post-op after my saline breast implants. I noticed a nodule like projection on the lower pole of one breast which felt exactly like pressing on the resilient scalloped edges of sides of the implant shell, as early as 2 weeks post-op. My PS told me my skin was much thinner along this area. When I wear a sheer bra, this lump is noticeable and palpable. When touched, it's extremely weird like touching a breast with 'cysts' except that these lumps can be pressed and bounce back. Is this a common occurence? Is it normal to have palpable linear nodule-like projection arising from the rippling effects of saline implants? Will it get worse? If yes, what are remedial options?

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October 5, 2010

Answer: A palpable nodule after saline breast augmentation is due to a fold in the shell of the prosthesis.

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October 5, 2010

Answer: A palpable nodule after saline breast augmentation is due to a fold in the shell of the prosthesis.

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August 24, 2010

Answer: Rippling after breast augmentation.

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August 24, 2010

Answer: Rippling after breast augmentation.

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