Does breast augmentation surgery have side effects?
Breast augmentation surgery is a kind of cosmetic surgery, which can enlarge the breast by implanting prosthesis or transplanting autologous fat to improve the shape of the chest. Although breast augmentation surgery has become more and more popular in recent years, many people are also concerned about whether the surgery has side effects. The following will elaborate on the side effects of breast augmentation surgery from four aspects.
1. Implantation of prosthesis may cause problems
First of all, the most common method of breast augmentation surgery is to implant breast prosthesis, which may cause some problems. Some patients may have chest pain, lumps, infection and other complications, which need to be repaired again. The life of the prosthesis is also a problem, with an average life of 10 to 20 years, after which it needs to be replaced. In addition, some people may have allergic reactions to the prosthesis, with skin redness, swelling, pain and other symptoms.
However, with the continuous progress of technology, modern breast prosthesis has been greatly improved, such as the use of biocompatible materials to reduce the allergic reaction to the prosthesis. Therefore, most patients can avoid or reduce these potential side effects if they choose formal and reputable hospitals and doctors.
2. Postoperative recovery may cause discomfort
After breast augmentation surgery, a certain recovery period is required, during which some discomfort may occur. First of all, the chest after surgery may feel sore, distended or tender, and pain killers need to be taken timely to relieve discomfort. Secondly, there may be swelling and congestion after the operation. You need to wear a supportive bra and apply cold compress as recommended by the doctor to alleviate these symptoms.
In addition, it is also necessary to follow the doctor's recommendations for proper rest and diet to promote wound healing. During this recovery period, patients need to pay attention to avoid excessive activity and force, so as not to affect the surgical effect, and avoid complications such as finger infection.
3. Mental and psychological influences also need to be considered
In addition to the physical side effects of breast augmentation surgery, it may also bring some mental and psychological problems, especially for those who seek perfect figure. Unsatisfactory results after surgery may bring emotional distress and anxiety to patients, and even lead to lower self-esteem. Therefore, before making a decision to perform breast augmentation surgery, patients should fully understand the risks of surgery, fully communicate with doctors, and establish reasonable expectations.
4. Regular review and maintenance are essential
After breast augmentation surgery, regular review and daily maintenance are equally important. Patients need to take regular reexamination according to the doctor's recommendations to ensure the normal status of breast prosthesis. In addition, patients also need to conduct regular breast self-examination, as well as mammography and other examinations, so as to timely find potential problems with the prosthesis. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to avoid severe impact and external force impact to protect the integrity of breast prosthesis.
Summary
To sum up, although breast augmentation surgery can improve the shape of the chest, it also has some side effects. These side effects include problems caused by implant prosthesis, possible discomfort in recovery period after operation, mental and psychological effects, and the importance of regular review and maintenance. However, after choosing a regular hospital and a qualified doctor, and carrying out postoperative care and reexamination according to the doctor's recommendations, most patients can reduce or avoid these side effects and obtain satisfactory surgical results.
