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Breast Augmenation Aches at 3 Years Post Op?

I had BA (saline unders) 3 years ago. Lately my left implant has been "achey." It's not necessarily painful but it feels like someone pushing on a bruise. Almost a dull, aching feeling. The feeling isn't constant but my chest aches if I push my implant toward the center of my chest or upward. (I also get that vibration feeling like two balloons rubbing together). I believe it is my muscle over the implant that aches or ribs underneath, but am not sure. Any ideas on what this could be? Thank you!

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Aching Breast Implants

When implants start to ache in the way you describe, it may indicate some trauma to the area, formation of fluid around the implant (seroma), or a deflation. If the implants had a textured surface, separation of part of the surface from the capsule may be involved. The aching is often due to traction or pulling of the implant against the capsule. While none of these conditions are dangerous, it's a good idea to see your plastic surgeon for proper evaluation. more

Breast symptoms years after augmentation

Here's how to understand your situation years after an augmentation causing no symptoms or problems. --- An advantage of the saline implant is that it is obviously intact if it looks the same. You don't have to get any tests or see a plastic surgeon to know that. -- Implants long healed in place do not cause symptoms in and of themselves. It is misleading to think that the problem is caused by the implant. Everyone including some medical doctors will want to blame... more

"Achey Breast" after augmentation

You can't really go wrong by returning to see your original surgeon and get his or her opinion. If that's not an option then seeing another board certified plastic surgeon is second best. What your are describing seems musculoskeletal since it gets worse with movement and pressure. That could be exacerbated by scar tissue around the implant since that scar tissue is stuck to the underside of the muscle.

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Breast aches after breast augmentation

Three years after breast augmentation with a saline implant, breast aches or pains with movement or pressure suggests an injury or strain to the chest muscle. Sometimes it is difficult to recall a cause, though a strain is most likely. The rub or vibration feeling may indicate fluid within the capsule around the implant. Rest the area with a snug bra, anti-inflammatory medication may help, and if problems persist see your surgeon to check things out. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd more

Discomfort 3 years after breast augmentation

In cases of this sort your surgeon would be the best place to start in trying to adress this problem. Sometimes discomfort may be related to monthly swelling and can be treated as one would treat PMS. It may be due to prosthetic positional change or rotation if it is a contoured implant. Pressure or irritation of a sensory nerve may also be a cause. In any case it should be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon and an mri taken.

Discuss symptoms with your surgeon.

Discomfort 3 years after breast augmentation isn't typical. You should see your surgeon and discuss what has been happening.

Pain years after breast augmentation

The most likely cause of your pain is capsular contracture. The only way to know for sure is for you to see a plastic surgeon and undergo a face to face examination. The usual treatment for this is removal of the implant and its surrounding capsule and placement of a new implant so that your body will make a new capsule. Hopefully one that does not cause pain.

Aching breasts post op breast augmentaton

Most commomly aching after breast surgery is a combination of nerve irritation and ill fitting bras. Change style and manufacturer of your bra for increased comfort. At times, effective relief occurs with a short course of a mild anti- inflammatory.

Pain late after Breast Augmentation

Your symptoms are non-specific enough that many things can cause them. You need to see your original surgeon or a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Most likely the symptoms will resolve, but there are several things that you can modify with early treatment.

Breast Augmenation Aches at 3 Years Post Op?

I have seen this, most times it is self limiting but please obtain an examination ASAP for peace of mind. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl j. Blinski

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