I have one swollen breast that is higher and more full looking than the other. I had breast augmentation done 6 years ago. There is no pain. I had started to work out again a couple of days before I noticed the difference but there is no pain in the area. Any idea of what could be causing this?
October 18, 2010
Answer: Capsular Contracture after Breast Augmentation
It sounds like you have a breast that has a capsular contracture. This is excessive scar tissue around a breast implant that can cause a change in breast shape and firmness. Sometimes pain is also involved. I would advise you to revisit with your PS if possible or find a couple of board certified plastic surgeons to see for consult.
Dr. ES
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October 18, 2010
Answer: Capsular Contracture after Breast Augmentation
It sounds like you have a breast that has a capsular contracture. This is excessive scar tissue around a breast implant that can cause a change in breast shape and firmness. Sometimes pain is also involved. I would advise you to revisit with your PS if possible or find a couple of board certified plastic surgeons to see for consult.
Dr. ES
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October 13, 2010
Answer: Swollen breast 6 years post-op
Hi,
It's very possible you are developing a capsular contracture, or pathologic scar tissue build up around your breast implant. Common symptoms include a higher, firmer and rounder breast. The other possibility could be fluid build-up around the implant, either blood (hematoma) or inflammatory fluid (seroma).
Your best bet is an examination with a board-certified plastc surgeon to get answers. Best of luck.
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October 13, 2010
Answer: Swollen breast 6 years post-op
Hi,
It's very possible you are developing a capsular contracture, or pathologic scar tissue build up around your breast implant. Common symptoms include a higher, firmer and rounder breast. The other possibility could be fluid build-up around the implant, either blood (hematoma) or inflammatory fluid (seroma).
Your best bet is an examination with a board-certified plastc surgeon to get answers. Best of luck.
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