BA ~ 3 years ago and have had no problems at all with them until 6 months ago I had blunt force trauma incident across my chest. I thought I had fractured my sternum. I now have ? capsulation -evident in LHD and beginning in RHS. I have pain between 3/10 and 5/10 most days in both breasts -particulary LHS and regular neuro type pain..Ultrasound at time cleared rupture. I have silicone implants. Is it likely after an uneventful 2 plus years that the trauma caused the capsulation.?
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September 22, 2014
Answer: No evidence of trauma to the chest precipitates capsular contracture but it is possible.
At this point, I think that you will be fine either way. On the other hand, always best to use your own judgment; if you feel that the breast implants “displace” significantly in different positions sleeping, it may be best to wear a bra...
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The lighting isn't too good in the photo, but it looks like your breast sizes are different--pay attention to this (if I am correct) in choosing size.
I am not quite sure what you don't like about the photo on the right. Make sure your surgeon does. My inclination would be to use an...
Symmastia is a condition which can occur when the implants are too close together. Patients often refer to this as a “uniboob.” Occasionally, the space or pocket for the breast implant is created towards the center, or the tissue stretches, forcing the implants to fall too much towards the cent...