Special Diet after Explant?

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Is there a special diet to fallow post explant to build and repair breast tissue ? Vitamins or minerals to help build the breast ?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. No, there is no espcial diet recommended.  It is important however  to consume a well-balanced diet, including a good protein source.  Generally, patients undergoing breast implant removal surgery need to exercise patience; it may be several months before you see the final outcome of the procedure performed.  Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello cmf89 Potential adverse reactions may occur as the result of taking over-the-counter, herbal, and/or prescription medications.  Aspirin and medications that contain aspirin interfere with the formation of blood clots, and therefore may contribute to bleeding issues.  If you have a medical condition (such as heart arrhythmia, heart stent, blood vessels with blockages, or blood clots) and are taking medications to thin your blood and prevent clotting such as Plavix®, Coumadin®, Xarelto®, Effient®, or Pradaxa®, you should discuss management of these medications around the time of the surgery with your plastic surgeon.  Your plastic surgeon may opt to coordinate a plan for these medications with the doctor that prescribed them for your medical condition.  If you have been prescribed drugs for a medical condition, do not stop taking them without discussing it first with your plastic surgeon.  Stopping these medications abruptly may result in a heart attack, stroke, or death.  Be sure to check with your physician about any drug interactions that may exist with the medications that you are already taking.  If you have an adverse reaction, stop the drugs immediately and call your plastic surgeon for further instructions.  If the reaction is severe, go immediately to the nearest emergency room.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

A healthy, well balanced diet is recommended for proper healing from surgery.  There are no vitamins or minerals that will build breast tissue.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I always suggest a healthy diet, especially with enough protein, after surgery. However, you will not build more breast tissue without hormonal changes like pregnancy or weight gain.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

There is no special diet for after surgery.  Protein helps to repair and heal.  Maintain a healthy diet and do not follow a vegetarian diet.

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