Trauma to fat transferred to breast 1 week post op. Is this likely to have caused damage?

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I was hit by a sliding door directly to my breast only 1 week after fat transfer. It didn’t feel super hard but was hard enough to result in a sharp pain. The area now feels numb and a little cold to the touch (while the same area on my other breast is not numb and does not feel so cold). Is this likely to have caused damage to my breast? Concerned about fat loss. I traveled out of town for my surgery so cannot ask my doctor to examine me in person and would appreciate some helps

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear katsaysmeow,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine is there something wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Unfortunately this is not enough information to answer a breast fat transfer trauma question over the internet.  Email or phone your PS for advice.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

should not result in any significant loss.  Watch for any external changes and contact your surgeon with photos and your concerns if you appreciate changes.  Otherwise its just being patient and hoping for the best outcome possible.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

It would be best to be examined to determine if any damage was done. However, time will tell if you lost any fat.

Andres Freschi, MD · Answer

Dear, 
Having the information you have posted, It sounds like a mild trauma so, do not worry at all. The breast is numb due to the swelling (surgery + mild trauma) it will recover once the swelling subsides.
Fat survival is not compromised for this episode.

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Trauma to fat transferred to breast 1 week post op. Is this likely to have caused damage?

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