22 days P Op. Threw a rock and I felt something rip. My breast moves more and feels heavy. No swelling just some pain and constant sensation. What should I do? Called the PS, he said should heal, but I'm very scared. How long will it take to heal, could this lead to more complications?
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Answer: Feeling of tear or rupture when throwing rock after breast implant augmentation
Sometimes after surgery there may be some skin peeling. This can be from numerous causes: the tape irritating the skin, swelling, dry skin, and skin necrosis. Just make sure it is not the latter.
Fat distribution is the key to this answer. Patients distribute fat in different way from patient to patient as well as from one age to another. Some people may have skinny arms and legs while they accumulate all their weight centrally and others are the opposite. When you were younger, fat may...
After a breast augmentation, I typically allow my patients to shower and swim after 1 week. Can you still get an infection? Yes, but your chances are pretty low. Either way, make sure you get your incisions checked out right before you go swimming to make sure your incisions...