Understanding Possible Breast Augmentation Complications


by Alan King - Date: 2007-02-27 - Word Count: 504 Share This!

As you come closer to making a final decision on whether or not to undergo breast augmentation surgery, the more informed you are, the better you will feel about your results. While it is significant to understand the importance of choosing the correct implant size for your body and insertion options, it is also vital to comprehend all of the complications associated with having this type of procedure. Below, you will find some of the problems that may arise after having breast enlargement surgery:

Common Reactions

With any type of surgery, post-operative bleeding is always a concern, as is surgical site infection and fluid collection. As the wound heals, visible wrinkling may appear, as well as the potential for implants to become exposed. When it comes to breast augmentation, additional complications may arise, such as breast pain, thinning of the breast lining, asymmetrical appearance, and fluctuating nipple sensations.

The Threat of Ruptures

Many women are under the misconception that breast implants will last a lifetime. Rupturing and deflation have been known to occur as early as three years after an initial procedure has been completed. A variety of occurrences may cause this reaction, such as from the pressure of mammograms or chest trauma. If your implant is made out of saline, deflation is quick and is easy for the surgeon to remove.

If you have received silicone implants, surgeons will most likely tell you that you'll need at least one more operation to replace or remove the implants. When silicone implants rupture, they rarely deflate, and the silicone within can leak into the space surrounding the inserted breast enhancement. This may create another set of complications. For example, sometimes the lymph glands in the armpit area become enlarged.

Capsular Contracture

When implants are introduced into the body, capsules of collagen fibers develop as a response to the presence of a foreign material, causing a "walling off" effect. Capsular contracture occurs when the capsule becomes quite tight, in turn, squeezing the implant. The unfortunate results include breasts that look misshapen and cause undue pain. No one really knows why this event takes place, but some theorize that bacterial contamination or implant ruptures are to blame. Surgery is needed to correct this problem, which has the potential to reoccur.

Scarring

After breast enlargement has taken place, one of the most common complications to arise is scarring, which can occur at the sight of incision, as well as around surrounding muscles.

Nipple and Breast Sensitivity

After surgery, chronic pain may accompany changes in the way the nipple and breast feels. Sometimes, patients are plagued with no feeling in their nipple or breast that can last for months and even years after the operation. The changes in sensitivity have been known to put a damper on sexual encounters, as well as the ability to nurse a baby.

Extrusion

When the tissue covering a healing incision mark becomes unstable or weak, extrusion may occur. As a result, the breast implant may show through the skin. Surgery is a remedy that may cause additional scarring, as well as the loss of breast tissue.


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