What are the long-term effects of breast augmentation?

Question

Hi doctor,

My elder sister underwent surgery, chemo, and radiation for metastatic breast cancer, and her treatments are wrapping up soon. Her doctor brought up a few options for breast augmentation afterward, but I wanted to get a second opinion. What do you think is the best route for her? She has been through so much, and I want to make sure she gets the right choice that fits her situation. Is there something we should be looking out for in terms of recovery or the long-term effects of these options? Kindly suggest.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

There is no need to go for augmentation of breasts or any other plastic surgery. She needs to visit an oncologist clinic regularly for follow-up. In case she has hormone-positive breast cancer, then she has to take oral hormonal tablets daily. Plastic surgery after breast surgery depends upon many factors such as:

1. Type of surgery.

2. Histopathology details of the tumor.

3. Age of the patient.

4. Stage of the disease.

I can recommend you the best possible option for plastic surgery or breast reconstruction.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.