Part 1: Capsular Contracture at 4 months post op- Houston, TX

Hi nobody, sorry just now seeing this. Read the reply on the coment above

I am happy to say I am CC free! Just make sure the doc you go with has experience "installing" Strattice or alloderm. I had my revision in March 2014 and it is now December 2014. Other girls in my situation who had CC and went this route are also still CC free. Some used alloderm. It is spendy, but worth it. Make sure they put NEW implants in- see if the doc says it. Make sure you don't prompt them. You want to make sure the bacteria associated with it is removed as much as possible. So they should flush and inject antibiotics in the cavity, new implants, andand oral antibiotics after. No massage. You should have a drain and surgical bra or bandages strapping you in. Keep us posted if you do it!

I should mention I'm only 6 months post op

Pipsqueak- I wish you luck on your revision surgery and that your CC doesn't come back either. But if it does, then IMHO strattice or alloderm is your only chance. For some people the replacement your doc is planning is enough. We'll have to keep our fingers crossed! At this point, everyone that I know who has had the alloderm or strattice placed has not had a recurrence. Apparently, it keeps the capsule from forming all the way around the implant. CC is when that capsule contracts and tightens up over the implant. Good luck and keep us posted!

Will do thanks for your response xx

Hi revision on right breast scheduled for 11th July, wish me luck and see you on the other side:) my right breast actually still looks ok it's just slightly squished and and a bit painful. I'm just hoping I don't lose any sensitivity as it is my best breast as my left lost some and I love my right breast but I can only hope going into same insertion will minimise this.... Not using strattice as surgeon doesn't think I need it but gave last pre op revision consultation on 26th June so will finalise and talk through everything!! I've actually been considering going bigger but I just want to settled as I am for a few years and can consider that in the future maybe as I'm a 36 e/f currently so nice size but my frame could take 800cc as I'm 5'10 and 65kg with wide back will post pictures shortly... Thx and hope you are still cc free

So good to hear!! Did they have to add additional incisions to place the strattice?

Thanks TC! I think it has gotten softer, but I dont know that it will get soft enough. =( I will have to wait and see at the end of the 6 weeks which will be Nov. 15.

I was just there a few weeks ago!! Fit was saying we might have to make a trip! Lol She's from Nebraska though, so I dont know when that'll happen. We got to meet up with Renew tonight as well. =)

YOU WERE??? Booooo!!! I'm so sorry to have missed you! Next time...

You all are making me sad I live in Illinois.

Wouldnt it be fun to have a boobie meetup and everyone fly to one spot?? Lol That would be a blast. =)

Thanks Rxgirl. Sometimes its a little depressing. But I will see the ultrasound thru to the end

Thanks TC!

Are you currently in Massachusettes? If so, You can find reviews from people in your area. Go to "reviews" or "ratings" I think and hit the "nearby" button.

Its under reviews.

You can also go the the "doctors" link in blue at the top and type in the location. Hope that helps.

Thank you AesSedai! I am for end of week 3 to make an official update. So I will post that at the end of next week. Thanks for checking up on me!

Hi Time2Bloom! I actually lay on it face down! I start with the roller at the top of my breasts and I just lay on it. I do different angles. It puts pressure on the capsule/ hard spots in the hopes of stretching it out using the weight of my body. I do it flat on the floor as well, then I can actually shmoosh the booobs left and right, and up and down. Then I put it below my breasts, center, and I lay on it on my side. My outer edge and tops is the most hard at this point . I know it is hard to imagine.  I can actually tell the difference in my breast already. I thought I could after 1 day, but didnt know if it was my imagination. I am doing some other things too though. I am taking vitamin E, and antibiotic (Keflex- as number 1 cause of CC is bacteria), hot packs, SERIOUSLY deep massage and the roller. But anyways, I dont mean to sound like its almost gone- its not. All I can do is keep working on it, but I think it has gotten softer and it isnt the same as before I started these treatments.

It sounds painful. But it makes sense for breaking up the adhesions. Hoping it continues to get better!

This is the one thing that scares me the most. I agree with you about fighting it. I read other blogs and some other women are told to not massage at all. I think that's insane. Please keep posting and keep it up! Good thoughts and hugs going your way.

Yeah, it can get kind of sore.  I'm not giving up yet, but at times it is hard to stay positive.

Thanks Cali, I appreciate the support! Luckily, the rate of occurrence is around 5-15%. I was just an unlucky one. I agree, its insane to NOT massage. And it doesnt hurt anything, so why not?? Good luck on yours! Make sure you ask your PS about complications and if he gives you a price break if you need another surgery. Mine does not. =(

Hi Wings! Unfortunately my doc doesn't believe it to work. He used it for 5 years in his practice, gave it to everyone and did not notice a difference in the rate of CC occurring. I have already talked to him about it, but thanks for suggesting it! I wish it did work!

I guess I should've said he wont prescribe it. I kind of wanted to take it just in case- but chose to go with the antibiotic since I studies on that one in conjunction with ultrasound.

Thanks Pink!

Hi Aes, I alrady bought a foam roller. Got it at Walmart for $14. It works good for other massaging, so its all good. Great idea about the foam pool toy though! I wonder if it is dense enough to apply enough pressure? I will check them out when I go to the store next. They is probably a great idea for others who may be interested and dont want to spend the dough.

Actually it might be nicer since they have a smaller diameter. I am going to check into it!