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Cosmetic Surgery (Expert Forum)
Breast Implant - burning after 1 month post-op
Answered by
Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
Questions in the Cosmetic Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Howard Rosenberg. Topics include bariatric surgery reconstruction, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, face lift, nose reconstruction, and tummy tucks.
Breast Implant - burning after 1 month post-op
by elizabeth.w, Jul 01, 2007 12:00AM
I just received silcone filled breast implant one month ago and I have a burning sensation in my left breast. I noticed something that looks like pictures of Mondor's Cord near the place it's burning and also had a small hematoma in that area. I have also noticed a lump in my right arm pit that occured the same day I noticed the burning. Is it possible that the implant has ruptured already? Is there another explanation? How would I know there's a rupture without having a (expensive) MRI done? Thank you for your help!
Doctor's Answer
by Howard Rosenberg, MD, Jul 01, 2007 12:00AM
, Jul 01, 2007 12:00AM
A ruptured silicone gel implant would be asymptomatic and highly unlikely at only one month post-op. Clearly, the symptoms you are now experiencing are directly related to healing from surgery and are very common. Your surgeon can reassure you.
