Today is day 8 post-op breast augmentation. I'm wondering if these bruises are normal? (Photos)

Thank you for your question. It is difficult to assess for a hematoma without seeing you in person. Please see your plastic surgeon for an in-person assessment. 

Hi roverton420,

Thank you for your question and photos. It is not unusual to experience some bruising after breast augmentation surgery. Also, tightness may also be experienced as the tissues around the implants are still swollen following the surgery. However, if you experience significant change in the size of your breast and that the bruising persists, it is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for an in-person examination. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

I would see your PS for reassurance. Often you can get bruising such as this at this time. Sometimes this is due to over compressive garments and best that your PS sees you and reassures you in person.

Hi thanks for posting. You do have  bit of unusual bruising there, but can't totally say why without understanding what was done. Did you have incisions in your armpits? Was this an endoscopic approach? That does make the operation different in some ways. I typically have my patients do some muscle stretches and muscle relaxant medications to improve the muscle tightness that is common when going from small to 425 cc.  At this point, you need to follow up with your surgeon and make sure you are following their instructions.

Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concerns. 8 days is very early after surgery, and it is normal to still have bruising at this point. It is collecting under your breasts due to gravity, which is normal. It is also common to notice some differences between each breast in terms of discomfort and appearance, but I do not see anything that is obviously concerning from your photos, and it looks like you have a nice result so far. Be sure to discuss your progress with your surgeon if you have any concerns. Best wishes.

Since you stated you were small chested prior to the surgery it is normal that you would have a very tight feeling during recovery.  The burning sensation you mention is likely nerves that are being affected due to the swelling.  I encourage you to communicate with your surgeon regarding your concerns and measures you can take for comfort during your recovery.  At this point the photos you provided appear to be normal healing.

It is important for you to see her plastic surgeon for an examination.  It is impossible to tell from a photograph with the have a hematoma but your history of tightness and pain suggest you may have a hematoma or bleeding inside on breast.  Your doctors examination or possibly an ultrasound will determine this.  If you do have a hematoma the blood needs to be removed soon. Senior surgeon and do not rely on the Internet advice.