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Pain with Implant. Is This Normal?
I had a mastectomy in Feb 2010. Reconstruction with expander then silicone implant. Revision in Oct.2010 to make the shelf for the breast and mastopexy on other breast. I have allot of muscle pain (burning,itching sore)with implant, it is moderately painful every day. Is this normal?
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Ziggy99
in Slidell, LA
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Long-term muscle pain after reconstruction is not typical
In order to figure out why you are having persistent pain this long after the reconstruction, more information would be needed. If your reconstruction was done using a total submuscular technique, then muscle pain is not uncommon but it shouldn't last this long. If it was done with Alloderm, the post op course may be smoother since the muscle that causes most of the tightness and discomfort with expansion is not affected. You should see your plastic surgeon and see what can be done.
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Breast reconstruction
You may have a capsular contracture. There are some options for treating this. Speak to you plastic surgeon
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Pain with Implant. Is This Normal?
Sounds like you may have a capsular contracture, or possibly a seroma. Best to be seen by your surgeon.
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Pain with Implant. Is This Normal?
Very difficult over the internet to advise the cause. My guess is capsular fibrosis or scarring. Best to obtain a few in person opinions.
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You may have capsular contracture
The most common reason for the pain post implant reconstruction is capsular contracture. Please see you doctor for further evaluation.
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Breast reconstruction
Perisistent pain after breast reconstruction is not common. You should see your doctor to be evaluated for this issue. Most pain resolves within a few weeks after surgery.
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