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Breast Augmentation

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Procedure preparations

  • Breast augmentation procedures aim to increase the size of the breasts for cosmetic reasons in most cases and to reconstruct the breasts in some health conditions.
  • Breast implants include silicone implants, which are the most common and have several types, and sterile salt-saline implants. Also, breast augmentation can be done by fat transfer, and this fat is taken from the body itself by using liposuction to take fat from a part of the body and implant it in the breasts.
  • In the surgery, the patient is put under general anesthesia, then the surgeon makes the incisions to transfer the implants, after that, they close the incisions.
  • The breast augmentation procedure might take 1-2 hours, depending on the case, and the patient can return home on the same day.

Procedure preparations

  • Some blood tests.
  • The patient must stop smoking before the procedure.
  • The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications or herbs that the surgeon mentions two weeks before the procedure.
  • The patient mustn’t eat anything for 8-12 hours before the procedure.

Procedure complications

  • Anesthesia complications.
  • Bleeding.
  • Changes in the sensation of the nipple or the breast.
  • Fluid or blood accumulation.
  • The implants might leak or rupture.
  • The implants might move from their place.
  • Infections
  • Scarring
  • Persistent pain.
  • Sagging skin in the place of the implants.
  • The implants might hamper breastfeeding.
  • In some rare cases, it was observed that breast implants are associated with a type of lymphoma.
  • It was observed that certain symptoms occur with breast implants in some cases, such as fatigue, memory loss, difficulty concentrating and thinking, skin rash, and joint pain, and these symptoms go away when the implants are removed.
  • The implants are affected by pregnancy, weight loss, and menopause.

Procedure instructions

  • Some side effects could occur after the surgery, such as bruises, swelling and soreness, pain and increased nipple sensitivity, and bleeding for a few days, and this is normal.
  • It’s important to know that breast implants aren’t life-long. Therefore, the patient might need another surgery in the future.
  • You must stick to the medications prescribed by the surgeon and the regular visits.
  • You must wear a specific, supportive bra for a period of time, as the surgeon recommends.
  • You must clean the incisions regularly.
  • Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptom emerges.
  • You mustn’t lift heavy things for at least four weeks, and you mustn’t do strong physical activities for at least six weeks.
  • A full recovery might take 6-8 weeks, depending on the case.
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Frequently asked questions about Breast Augmentation

What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast Augmentation in Syria: " Breast augmentation procedures aim to increase the size of the breasts for cosmetic reasons in most cases and to reconstruct the breasts in some health conditions. Breast implants include silicone implants, which are the most common and have several types, and sterile salt-saline implants. Also, breast augmentation can be done by fat transfer, and this fat is taken from the body itself by using liposuction to take...

How do I prepare for Breast Augmentation?

" Some blood tests. The patient must stop smoking before the procedure. The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications or herbs that the surgeon mentions two weeks before the procedure. The patient mustn’t eat anything for 8-12 hours before the procedure. "

What are the aftercare instructions for Breast Augmentation?

" Some side effects could occur after the surgery, such as bruises, swelling and soreness, pain and increased nipple sensitivity, and bleeding for a few days, and this is normal. It’s important to know that breast implants aren’t life-long. Therefore, the patient might need another surgery in the future. You must stick to the medications prescribed by the surgeon and the regular visits. You must wear a specific,...

Which specialty is Breast Augmentation related to?

Breast Augmentation is related to: Plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery and General Surgery.

Where can I get Breast Augmentation in Syria?

You can get Breast Augmentation at clinics and hospitals in Syria. To find specialists in Plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, see suggested doctors on this page or Click here

What are the possible complications of Breast Augmentation?

" Anesthesia complications. Bleeding. Changes in the sensation of the nipple or the breast. Fluid or blood accumulation. The implants might leak or rupture. The implants might move from their place. Infections Scarring Persistent pain. Sagging skin in the place of the implants. The implants might hamper breastfeeding. In some rare cases, it was observed that breast implants are associated with a type of lymphoma. It...

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