Does breast augmentation surgery have side effects?
Breast augmentation surgery is a common cosmetic surgery, which can help women improve the shape of the chest, increase the size and fullness of the breast. However, like any other surgery, breast augmentation surgery also has side effects and risks. This article will elaborate the side effects of breast augmentation surgery from different perspectives, and give corresponding explanations and suggestions for these side effects.
Physical reactions and complications
Breast augmentation surgery may cause different degrees of physical reactions, including postoperative swelling, pain, bruises, local infection and sensory abnormalities. These reactions are mainly caused by the trauma to the breast tissue during the operation, and usually subside within a few days or weeks after the operation. Most patients can alleviate these discomfort by avoiding strenuous exercise, following postoperative nursing guidance and drug treatment.
However, complications may occur with the operation. Possible complications include infection, bleeding, scar formation, implant rupture or displacement, and breast rejection of implants. The incidence of these complications is low, but once they occur, they may need further treatment, or even reoperation. Therefore, selecting a formal and experienced hospital and conducting detailed preoperative evaluation and planning are important steps to reduce the risk of complications.
In addition, breast augmentation surgery is also related to the difficulty of breast cancer screening in the future. The presence of implants may interfere with mammography, thus affecting the early detection of breast cancer. Therefore, if you plan to have breast augmentation surgery, inform the breast cancer screening doctor in time and have regular examinations according to their recommendations.
Psychological and emotional influences
Breast augmentation surgery not only improves the appearance, but also affects the patients' psychology and emotion. Before surgery, some women may feel insecure, anxious or depressed because they are not satisfied with their chest shape. After surgery, most patients will have a sense of satisfaction and self-confidence. However, a few patients may experience emotional fluctuations, confusion and even regret after surgery.
This psychological and emotional impact is largely related to the inconsistency of expectations. Before surgery, doctors should fully communicate with patients to understand their expectations and goals, and clearly explain the limitations and risks of surgery to them. In addition, it is also important to seek professional psychological support. If patients have obvious emotional problems after surgery, timely consultation with a mental health expert can help them relieve pressure and actively cope with emotional changes.
Long term impact and maintenance
The results of breast augmentation surgery are not permanent, and implants may change over time. The natural aging of breast tissue and changes in body weight may affect the effect of breast augmentation surgery. In addition, implant rupture and displacement may also occur years later.
In order to maintain the stability of the surgical effect, patients need to visit again regularly and accept the evaluation of doctors. Regular breast ultrasound and X-ray photography are also helpful to detect abnormal changes in implants. If there is a problem with the implant, it may need to be repaired or replaced.
Summary
Although breast augmentation surgery has achieved good results in improving breast shape and self-confidence, there are also some side effects and risks. Physical reactions and complications are common side effects of breast augmentation surgery. Emotional and psychological changes also need the common attention of patients and doctors. In addition, long-term maintenance of surgical results also requires regular attention of patients and professional evaluation of doctors. Before choosing to accept breast augmentation surgery, patients should understand these side effects and risks, and fully communicate with doctors to make wise decisions.
