Can breast augmentation surgery have side effects?
Breast augmentation surgery is a kind of plastic surgery that changes the shape and size of women's breasts through surgery. It is increasingly popular in the field of cosmetic surgery. However, like all operations, breast augmentation surgery also has some potential side effects. It is important to understand these side effects before choosing whether to perform breast augmentation surgery. This article will elaborate on the side effects of breast augmentation surgery from four aspects: health risks, surgical risks, postoperative complications and long-term effects.
Health risks
Breast augmentation surgery will pose certain risks to health. First of all, whether it is suitable for surgery needs to consider the personal physical condition and health status. People with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and other diseases may not be suitable for surgery. In addition, breast augmentation surgery requires general anesthesia, which is also risky for some people. Postoperative complications such as infection, bleeding and thrombosis may occur. Although these conditions are very rare in modern medical technology, we still need to be concerned.
Secondly, breast augmentation surgery may have an impact on women's breast health. After surgery, breast morphological changes may interfere with the detection and treatment of early breast cancer, which may delay the early detection of breast cancer. Therefore, postoperative breast self-examination and regular breast examination are very important.
Finally, breast augmentation surgery may have some impact on lactation. The operation may damage the ducts and nerves of the breast and affect the secretion and flow of milk. Some women may face difficulties in breastfeeding. Therefore, women who plan to have breast augmentation surgery, especially those who plan to breast feed in the future, need to consult a doctor in advance.
Surgical risk
Breast augmentation surgery itself has certain risks. During the operation, bleeding, wound healing problems or unsuccessful operation may occur. Although these complications are relatively rare with experienced doctors and advanced equipment, they still need to be considered. Pain, swelling, congestion and other discomfort may occur after surgery, and these discomfort will generally gradually reduce in a few days to weeks after surgery.
In addition, surgery may also lead to decreased or lost breast sensation. The tissues and nerves around the breast may be damaged during surgery, which may lead to sensory changes in the breast. Although this situation is usually temporary, it may also be permanent. Surgery may also cause changes in the position of the nipple, including decreased nipple sensation, inverted nipple or asymmetric nipple position.
Finally, the operation may require further repair or adjustment. Even if the surgical procedure is successful, the breast shape after surgery may change or be unsatisfactory. This may require additional surgery to correct, which will increase the risk and cost.
Postoperative complications
Postoperative complications are one of the common problems in breast augmentation surgery. Problems such as breast infection, hematoma and wound dehiscence may occur within a period of time after surgery. These complications can usually be solved by doctors' treatment and reasonable nursing. Postoperative scar hyperplasia and fibrocyst may also occur, which may require further treatment.
In addition, breast sclerosis or rupture may occur after surgery. Breast implants may cause fibrous capsule formation, which may harden the breast. This situation usually requires further treatment and may require surgery. The implant may also be broken or leaking, which requires re surgical removal or replacement.
In addition, foreign body rejection or allergic reaction may occur after surgery. The human body has different reactions to the implants. Some people may have symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, fever, etc., which need further treatment and observation.
Long term effect
The long-term effect of breast augmentation surgery is another aspect to be considered. Breast implants may need to be replaced several years or more after surgery. As time goes by, the implant may be aged, cracked or have other problems, which requires another operation to repair or replace. Therefore, breast augmentation surgery is not a one-time solution, and follow-up care and inspection are needed.
To sum up, although breast augmentation surgery has significant effects in improving the shape and size of women's breasts, it also has some side effects and risks. When deciding whether to perform breast augmentation surgery, we need to carefully consider our own health status, surgical risks, postoperative complications and long-term effects. Choosing a regular and experienced hospital for surgery and nursing before and after surgery according to the doctor's suggestions can minimize the side effects and risks and achieve satisfactory surgical results.
Conclusion: Breast augmentation surgery is a popular plastic surgery, but it also has some side effects. From the four aspects of health risks, operation risks, postoperative complications and long-term effects, breast augmentation surgery may pose risks to health. The surgery itself also has certain risks. Postoperative complications may occur, and the long-term effects of implants also need to be considered. Therefore, before breast augmentation surgery, it is necessary to carefully consider and fully communicate with doctors, and select a suitable surgical method and hospital to minimize side effects and risks.
