12 days post BA, extremely worried about getting capsular contracture. More pain in one breast that the other. Feeling anxious!

Hello, pain only 12 days postop would be far more likely due to the normal wound healing process than capsular contracture.  Some difference in swelling is also normal but close followup is needed to assure proper healing.

Hello,Thank you for your question. It is very common to have breasts look and feel slightly different while healing- esspecially in the first few weeks. You are describing normal, subtle differences however it is best to follow up closely with your Plastic Surgeon after surgery in order to rule out anything problematic.All the best 

I appreciate your question.



Right now, you are very early on in the
post op recovery period and too early for capsular contracture to happen. It will take 3-6 months for you to feel comfortable
having implants in your body and for them to settle. This time allows for you
to physically and psychologically adapt to your new body image. There are many
variables that contribute to a breast augmentation's final result. Preop size
and shape, IMF location, location of the implants and type of implant. Patients
heal at different rates and each breast will sometimes heal at a different
rate. Rest, relax, recover and heal. Please Express your concerns to your surgeon so
he/she can examine you at this time.  Then reassess final result at 6 months.



The best way to assess and give true
advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic
surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



Best of luck!Dr. Schwartz