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So glad I finally did it!! Augmentation with Periareolar Mastopexy
UPDATED FROM jnam97
3 years post
29 Jun 16 Capsulectomy on RB and bilateral mastopexy
jnam97July 1, 2016
WORTH IT$9,400
Initial implants October 2012. Submuscular 450cc LB, 500cc RB with perialor lift. RB gave issues from beginning and never dropped into place. PS x3 assumed cc. Capsular contraction repair on Right side left never had an issue. The LB had some tissue hanging off the implant hence the bilateral mastopexy. The new ps told me the right side would be challenging due to the amount of work needed to the pocket itself and recommended reduction of the 500cc to 450cc (allergen style 20 silicon). After surgery he said it went really good and the right did have all the issues he thought, though the contraction was very minimal. He told me my rb looks weird now but that it will loosen as the implant drops. That are was tight due to never stretching from the first implant. He has me in a bando for a few weeks to keep it down. I'm more worried about the Puckering underneath the nipple and cone shape. Will those go away?!?
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UPDATED FROM jnam97
28 days post
Well...four weeks post op and things are slowly...
jnam97November 15, 2012
Well...four weeks post op and things are slowly easing up. Of course, I would end up with an uncommon side effect, mondor's disease. I am very relieved that is what it is though because I was very concerned that the area was potentially the beginning of capsular contracture. So while it is annoying and painful, it will most likely resolve itself with no issues. So for now, I'm not wearing a bra because any type sits right on the area and is painful, and taking motrin w/ heat compress. We will see how it all works out :) Still very happy though!!!
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November 16, 2012
Hi! I developed Mondor's also on both breasts! It was painful to raise my arms over head and reaching. I am now 4.5 months post op and still have it but no longer hurts or restricts my movement. I am petite (only 5'1, 100 lbs, started out 34AA). I wonder if it is more common with smaller statures? Told it takes 6 weeks to resolve ... waiting ... will the water boil any faster if I watch?
November 16, 2012
I don't think it will...but hey I'm int he same boat...LOL. I noticed it about a week and a half ago, and that was about 2.5 weeks post op I guess. It is only in my right side that I can tell, but my PS also told me it will resolve itself. Mine is painful right now, but he didn't give me a time frame. I am not small in stature so I don't know for sure. I am 5'8", 140 lbs. I started as a big 34B baby 34C. I am hoping it will clear up sooner than later, or at least if the pain will stop. My bra sits right on it, so I'm taking a few days off from it except my sports bra at night which doesn't seem to bother it too much. I hope yours goes away sooner than later!! And mine :)
November 18, 2012
Yeah, the band of the bra really is uncomfortable on those cords. I went and bought thick gauze, folded it in half and placed it in between me and the bra band. It made a huge difference! The Bali bras have a wider, easier band that doesn't seem to dig in as much. Going bra-less works well too. Mondor's Cords really suck! And the docs don't talk much about them beforehand. I believe they happen much more often than reported. So this "rare" side effect is not so rare if you read enough BA forums.
November 16, 2012
Hello jnam, what is mondor's disease? Never heard of it. I'm sorry you are in pain and wish you a speedy recovery! God Bless
November 18, 2012
Hi Kooberry. Mondors disease is when you get blood clots in the superficial veins that run from under your nipple down along your chest wall. It is benign, but annoying and painful. I agree with Westwind's comment that it is likely more common than reported based on reading BA forums.
UPDATED FROM jnam97
25 days post
Well, I am three and a half weeks post op and...
jnam97November 12, 2012
Well, I am three and a half weeks post op and feeling pretty good. I do have a question though, it seems like there is so much implant above my nipple and very little below my nipple. I know things settle down, but would like to know how much it typical to settle down and about how long it takes to have a good idea of what things will look like finished?
Also, there is one spot on each breast on the underside that feels firmer and sore. I have an appointment later this week and am going to ask about capsular contracture, but I just would like to know if anyone that has experienced it can provide the signs. I have read online, but it is hard to tell, and it may be where my muscles are healing? I dont know.
Any insight is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Also, there is one spot on each breast on the underside that feels firmer and sore. I have an appointment later this week and am going to ask about capsular contracture, but I just would like to know if anyone that has experienced it can provide the signs. I have read online, but it is hard to tell, and it may be where my muscles are healing? I dont know.
Any insight is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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November 12, 2012
Thanks for sharing your story jnam. Sounds like your breasts are still very high at this point, which is absolutely normal. It takes anywhere from 4 weeks to 6 months for them to drop/settle. (Mine began to obtain a pretty shape around the 8 week mark.) Patience is key! take care hunn
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