Sharp twitching, burning feelings normal after Breast augmentation?

I had Breast implants from an A-cup to a D-cup. Overall, the pain is just uncomfortable. At times,I get real sharp twitches and a burning sensation, and if I breathe in deep, it gets quite painful, is this normal?

3 answers to “Sharp twitching, burning feelings...”

A: Twitching and burning sensations can be normal after Breast Augmentation

John P. Di Saia, MD

Hello, Your body takes time to adjust to the implants and your muscles can spasm somewhat. This is probably what is going on. It gets better with time. I would make sure you follow-up with your surgeon as these things work themselves out. He or she may also have some suggestions to make the adjustment... more

A: Sharp pain with breathing following breast augmentation or enlargement with implants

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Any time you have a sharp pain with breathing you should contact your physician to make sure there are no serious causes for the pain. In most instances this is due to nerve irritation and stretching from the procedure which will improve with time. However, there are more serious causes which need to be... more

A: Sharp twitching after breast augmentation

Lavinia Chong, MD

Placing a breast implant either under or over the muscle may frequently result in intermittent burning, sharp, episodic sensations, starting from the rib cage and radiating towards the nipple. Our staff have christened these sensations "zingers".  The actual mechanism is stretch on the sensory... more

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