Weight gain after BA? Is this a common occurence or is it just bloating/water/gas as my body gets back to normal?

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I’m 9days po from a BA and seem to have gained weight post op despite consuming significantly less food. My activity level has not changed as I was not very active before surgery. Is this a common occurence or is it just bloating/water/gas as my body gets back to normal? I’m on a lot of medications from my PS and thought maybe that is the cause although none seem linked to weight gain besides Singulair. Is singulair commonly prescribed and has it caused weight gain? Should I discontinue using it

Roger Tsai, MD · Answer

Great question!  A slight bit of weight gain after surgery is normal, due to the significant inflammation, your body is holding on to more water at this time.  Also your implants will cause you weight a little bit more as well.  Over the next few week, it should settle and go down.  Singular is very common to be prescribed as it has shown to decrease the chance of capsular contracture.  Best of luck and hope this information helps!
- Dr. Roger Tsai  @DrRogerTsai
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  For most patients weight gain after surgery typically is the result of water retention and bloating.  As your anesthesia wears off, you are able to taper from your prescription pain medications, and your body heals, you will see gradual improvement.  Hang in there and I would expect you to see resolution within a matter of days.  Best wishes on an otherwise smooth recovery.

Rafi S. Bidros, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Bloating from water retention and gas are common following a Breast Augmentation. This will subside over the next week or so. Your weight will also increase slightly from the weight of your implants.  Best of luck with your recovery.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  It's common to have bloating, constipation (from pain meds), and you had IV fluids during surgery which add's to  it.  It'll subside after 2-3 weeks as far as overall weight gain.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

With an augmentation, you will gain some weight with your implants. Also, many find using narcotics somewhat constipating and might have some weight gain. Surgery is also stress, and many do tend to eat more with stress. When you have recovered and are back to full activity, you may find your weight settles down closer to your normal range.

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