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Had breast augmentation post op week 10, and my right breast has started hurting again (Photo)

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donnal69Mar 26, 2017

Also having tightness in chest, collarbone and goes into shoulder. And my left breast is way bigger than the right

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Christopher J. Morea, MD

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Austin Hayes, MD

Thank you for your question. It's common for the implant to be high immediately after surgery. It takes 3-6 months for the implants to settle fully. In the first 4-6 weeks you will notice significant settling of your implants. Regarding whether to wear a bra, or whether to use the band, only y...

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Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS

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Christian Subbio, MD

I would resubmit your question with a photograph, as it is difficult to give good advice without being able to see the condition.  Even better, schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.Best of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

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Austin Hayes, MD

Congratulations on your recent surgery. It's obviously still very early after surgery. Your implants are high and will settle in the coming months. As they "drop and fluff" they will appear larger. Give yourself a full six months to judge your results.

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I think an anti-inflammatory diet can potentially help your healing and overall well-being, though I don't think it is going to have an effect on your implants.  Apart from massage, you may want to talk to your surgeon about the small benefit of adding Singulair to your medication regimen. ...

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