What are the risks and side effects of breast augmentation surgery?
Breast augmentation surgery, as a common cosmetic surgery, can improve the shape and size of women's breasts and enhance self-confidence. However, the human body will experience certain risks and side effects during the operation. Before considering breast augmentation surgery, it is important to understand the related risks and side effects.
1. Postoperative infection risk
Postoperative infection is one of the most common complications in breast augmentation surgery. During surgery, surgeons will create an incision to implant the prosthesis into the chest tissue, which provides a way for bacteria and other pathogens to enter the body. If you do not take proper rest and cleaning after surgery, or do not take antibiotics on time, you will increase the risk of infection. Symptoms of body infection include fever, redness, swelling, pain and pus discharge. If infection is not treated in time, it may lead to tissue necrosis around the prosthesis and other serious complications.
In addition, bacteria may enter other parts of the body through the blood circulation or lymphatic system, leading to systemic infection. Therefore, it is very important to have regular follow-up after surgery to find and deal with potential infection problems in a timely manner.
2. Scar formation and sclerosis
During the healing process of surgical incision, the side effects of scar formation and sclerosis may occur. This may be due to individual differences, incision location, surgical techniques and other factors. Scar formation may lead to abnormal color, bulge, swelling and pain of the surgical incision. In some extreme cases, scars may continue to develop, forming larger scar lesions, and even affecting the shape of the chest.
In order to reduce the risk of scar formation, patients can use specific scar care products after surgery to avoid wound infection, massage the incision area regularly, and promote blood circulation and tissue healing.
3. Prosthesis related risks
There are many options for prostheses used in breast augmentation surgery, including saline bags or silicone bags. Different prosthesis materials and shapes may have different risks and side effects.
Some patients may be allergic to the material of the prosthesis or have rejection reaction, resulting in redness, swelling, pain, induration and other symptoms in the chest tissue. In addition, silicone prosthesis rupture or leakage may cause health problems, such as the formation of cysts, breast deformation or silicone deposition in other parts. Therefore, it is very important to select a prosthesis that is suitable for your physical condition, and regularly review and replace the prosthesis according to the doctor's recommendations.
4. Ectopic breast tissue formation
After breast augmentation surgery, some patients may develop ectopic breast tissue, also known as prosthetic saddle syndrome. This means that the breast tissue moves to the midline of sternum around the prosthesis, resulting in abnormal depression or bulge of the chest.
The formation of ectopic breast tissue may be caused by surgical technical problems, improper selection of prostheses or improper postoperative care. After surgery, patients should pay attention to avoiding excessive physical activity to reduce the occurrence of such complications.
Summary
Breast augmentation surgery has a significant effect on improving women's chest shape and self-confidence. However, patients should be fully aware of the risks and side effects before deciding to undergo surgery. This includes infection, scarring and hardening, prosthesis related risks, and ectopic breast tissue formation. These risks can be minimized by selecting an appropriate surgical hospital and doctor, and carrying out preoperative and postoperative care and reexamination according to the doctor's recommendations. If the patient has any unusual symptoms after the operation, he should consult the doctor in time and receive appropriate treatment.
