I developed a CC that my surgeon failed to diagnose. I have had it for almost 3 years now, by the time I got an honest diagnosis I was pregnant and then breastfeeding. I do not feel pain but I do have a sensation of tightness. It does not look bad. You The implant is firm but still somewhat flexible. I really do not like it, but: 1) I cannot afford to pay for another surgery, even with Care Credit; 2) I would like to become pregnant again soon 3) there is no guarantee it wont happen again.
Answer: Capsular contracture A capsular contracture is your natural response to something foreign in your body. I think the prevailing philosophy is that it may result from bacteria which is why it is a bigger problem with implants are on top of the muscle (where bacteria live) rather than under the muscle. The capsule itself is not dangerous. It is more of a nuisance due to discomfort, firmness, or distortion of the breast. If you are not having any of these symptoms then it is not a problem to leave it alone for now.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Capsular contracture A capsular contracture is your natural response to something foreign in your body. I think the prevailing philosophy is that it may result from bacteria which is why it is a bigger problem with implants are on top of the muscle (where bacteria live) rather than under the muscle. The capsule itself is not dangerous. It is more of a nuisance due to discomfort, firmness, or distortion of the breast. If you are not having any of these symptoms then it is not a problem to leave it alone for now.
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Answer: Treating CC Non-surgical management of capsular contracture includes prophylactic massage to prevent it and if it occurs, the use of certain anti-asthma medications: Singulair and sometimes Acculate as off-label FDA usage to treat Capsular Contracture and in some cases of recurrence of capsular contracture in a preventative fashion. In my experience this works best for early diagnosed early contractures and used as a prophylactic, perioperatively when doing a capsular contracture surgery. The price for capsular contracture surgery varies greatly by geographical location, experience of the surgeon, whether in an outpatient surgery center vs hospital (hospital more expensive), type of breast implant, whether it is ruptured or not, estimated length of operating room time, and other factors.
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Answer: Treating CC Non-surgical management of capsular contracture includes prophylactic massage to prevent it and if it occurs, the use of certain anti-asthma medications: Singulair and sometimes Acculate as off-label FDA usage to treat Capsular Contracture and in some cases of recurrence of capsular contracture in a preventative fashion. In my experience this works best for early diagnosed early contractures and used as a prophylactic, perioperatively when doing a capsular contracture surgery. The price for capsular contracture surgery varies greatly by geographical location, experience of the surgeon, whether in an outpatient surgery center vs hospital (hospital more expensive), type of breast implant, whether it is ruptured or not, estimated length of operating room time, and other factors.
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January 15, 2016
Answer: Does a capsular contracture require treatment or can you live with it Thank you for your question, and I am sorry to hear of your CC issues. You can absolutely "live with it" if the CC is not causing you any significant issues - pain, implant deformity, implant malposition, etc. I would let your surgeon know so that you can discuss future treatment options when your financial and family situation changes. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Does a capsular contracture require treatment or can you live with it Thank you for your question, and I am sorry to hear of your CC issues. You can absolutely "live with it" if the CC is not causing you any significant issues - pain, implant deformity, implant malposition, etc. I would let your surgeon know so that you can discuss future treatment options when your financial and family situation changes. Hope this helps.
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January 15, 2016
Answer: Breast Augmentation / Breast Implants / Capsular Co I appreciate your question.There are varying grades of capsular contracture:Grade I —
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Answer: Breast Augmentation / Breast Implants / Capsular Co I appreciate your question.There are varying grades of capsular contracture:Grade I —
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Answer: Good question You ask a very intelligent question. You also answer it very intelligently yourself.There is no danger in living with a capsular contracture. Many women do just that. A contracture that is not painful and not causing distortion of the breast is something that many women choose to "live with". You are also correct that there is no guarantee that it won't recur after more surgery. If it becomes more of a problem, you can always change your mind and have it treated in the future.Thanks for your question. Good luck with the next pregnancy.
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Answer: Good question You ask a very intelligent question. You also answer it very intelligently yourself.There is no danger in living with a capsular contracture. Many women do just that. A contracture that is not painful and not causing distortion of the breast is something that many women choose to "live with". You are also correct that there is no guarantee that it won't recur after more surgery. If it becomes more of a problem, you can always change your mind and have it treated in the future.Thanks for your question. Good luck with the next pregnancy.
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