Pre-Op Worry About Pain And Problems Associated With Surgery

I am scheduled for a breast lift with silicone implants 350 under the muscle. I am 53. I am suddenly very nervous as I have read reports of the pain and sproblems associated with this surgery. Am I getting worked up for nothing? Thank-you so much.

Tags:

Comment on this

12 Doctor Answers | Asked by Winnipeg3792

Doctor Answers (12)
Community Comments (0)

Anxiety and pain associated with Breast Surgery

It is completely normal to have some anxiety about upcoming surgery. Most patients experience this, and I tell my patients that a modest degree of anxiety is to be expected when you are about to embark on body changing operation. It is also not too difficult to work yourself into a state of paranoia from reading about horror stories associated with cosmetic surgery, particularly on the internet. Your surgeons office should be able to give you reassurance and answer any relevant question... more

Anxiety prior to breast lift surgery

Anxiety before breast lift surgery is quite normal. To help you get through this period, make certain you have had all your major questions and concerns answered. I recommend writing all of your questions down and prioritizing them so you can have your surgeon or his/her assistant answer them in an organized fashion. Check with your surgeon for recommendations for dosages of pain medicines along with alternatives to treating pain.... more

It is normal to get anxious before your surgery

It is normal to get anxious before your surgery. Ideally, you are able to talk to your surgeon or his/her patient coordinator who can answer all your questions and address all your concerns. Remember that all surgical procedures are associated with potential problems. Seeking out an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in the particular area that you are interested in is your best step towards a happy outcome. Sincerely, Martin... more

Pain Pumps to reduce post-operative pain after breast imlants

The recovery from subpectoral breast augmentation used to be a rather unpleasant experience, but it no longer has to be. A space for the implant must be developed behind the pectoralis major, and a portion of the muscle's inferior origin must be released. Surgery on a muscle in most cases produces significant postoperative pain, and that is certainly true for breast augmentation. However, by using a local anesthetic infusion device (oain pump') for the first two to three days after... more

Michael Law, MD

17 reviews

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

Anxiety prior to surgery

Anxiety prior to surgery is very common particularly the night before. Reading information posted by individuals is neither necessarily a reliable or even factual approach to assess any procedure and, furthermore, there is nothing that places these issues into proper perspective. If you have particular concerns, you should definitely discuss them with your plastic surgeon or the nurse. You may feel less anxious if you can better understand the issues particularly the ones bothering you. more

Anxiety before surgery is to be expected

Hi there- Don't be concerned that your anxiety is anything but normal... On the other hand, under the proper circumstances (well-trained and experienced surgeon, accredited facility, appropriate anesthesia care), the surgery you are having should have a very high safety profile and rate of satisfaction. While I cannot speak to the experience of your surgeon's patients, I can say that the vast majority of my own say that they do not experience true pain, but rather a heavy... more

Preop anxiety about pain and complications

It is completely appropriate for you to be concerned about pain and complications. Frankly, when patients don't worry and slough off these concerns, I get worried!! An informed patient is a patient who will participate well in her own care. No surgery is pain-free. However, what you should know is that the pain from augmentation under the muscle is like a faucet--it turns off within 72 hours when the muscle stops contracting. Your plastic surgeon should be able to provide you with... more

Recovery after breast augmentation with breast lift

It's quite normal to be anxious before surgery. You're recovery should be quite smooth provided you take your pain medication and muscle relaxants afterwards; as patients usually complain of tightness and pressure more than pain. Discuss this in detail with your plastic surgeon if you have any further questions before your surgery. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno

Pain after Breast Surgery

Thank you for the question. I ask my patients to try to be as calm as possible prior to surgery; this “calmness" tends to translate to a smoother postoperative course. You may be able to alleviate some anxiety with music, exercise, sexual activity etc. prior to your procedure. Don't hesitate to express your concerns to your plastic surgeon; hopefully he/she will use long-acting local anesthesia to allow for a comfortable... more

Pain after breast augmentation and breast lift

When discussing cosmetic breast surgery, plastic surgeons tend to talk a fair amount about post op pain issues as this is one of the most common fears of patients. I can say that most of the time patients are pleasantly surprised that the surgery was not as painful as they expected. Every procedure has a certain amount of pain associated with it, and each patient has a different pain tolerance. Fortunately, we have some excellent ways to deal with post op pain. Apart... more

Worried about surgery

Being nervous is normal prior to undergoing any surgery. Also, some discomfort is associated with breast lift with implants. That is what pain medication is for, to alleviate your discomfort. It is okay to be appropriately worried. Surgery is surgery. Sometimes you have to let go and trust the process.

Pre-op anxiety

If you were not concerned about surgery, then there would ber something wrong with you. Everyone has pre-op anxiety. There are always risks of surgery and certainly some post-op pain. Good luck.