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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Breasts After Breast Reconstruction

My daughter had breast reconstruction using tissue from her back and expanders. Surgery was 15 days ago. She has most of her boobs under her arms?? Is this swelling, or? Ps surgery was performed by one of the top plastic surgeons. She is freaking out....please do your best to answer. Thanks
Wed, 3 Mar 2021
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Pulmonologist 's  Response
Hello,

The situation 15 days after surgery it is normal to have that swelling but they should go away with the passing time. If not then consult your doctor for safety.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jolanda Nikolla, Pulmonologist
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Breasts After Breast Reconstruction

Hello, The situation 15 days after surgery it is normal to have that swelling but they should go away with the passing time. If not then consult your doctor for safety. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jolanda Nikolla, Pulmonologist