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Hematoma - Breast Augmentation Risks / Complication

Severe hematoma after breast augmentation

Hematoma photos

A hematoma is a collection of blood in the surgical area.  Basically, it is a pooling of blood that escaped from the vessels and became trapped in the tissues of the skin.  First, there is frank bleeding into the space.  If the space is limited, pressure slows and eventually stops the flow of blood.  This forms a mass that can be felt, as is often painful. Sometimes, these resolve without any surgical intervention, and other times, they require drainage.  To decrease your chances of developing a hematoma, do not use aspirin or ibuprofen (or anything containing those drugs) for at LEAST 2 weeks prior to (and after) your breast augmentation surgery, unless your surgeon instructs you to do otherwise.  Other things to avoid include, but are not limited to, vitamin E and garlic supplements.  These types of supplements thin your blood, which impairs clotting. You don't want excessive bleeding after your surgery.  It can lead to an inflammatory reaction, which may increase your risk of capsule contracture.

Please inform your surgeon of all medications, herbal remedies, vitamins, and minerals you are taking. 

Medications that should be discussed with your plastic surgeon are listed here.
 

 


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