Pains After Breast Reconstruction with Silicone Implant?

i have severe back pain,,its now 2 years after my mastectomy and silicone implant .and also sharp pain on my left chest..pls can someone help me

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by omalicha

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Pain After Surgery Requires Evaluation

Thank you for your question. Pain two years after breast reconstruction where implants were used is most commonly capsular contracture which is scar tissue that can form around the implants. More unusual sources of pain could also include nerve damage which may be permanent. Even more unlikely diagnoses could include recurrent cancer (again, very unlikely). In any case any of these possible issues should be evaluated by your treating surgeon to see if... more

Pain after mastectomy

If yoga re having paining in your reconstructed breast, it is certainly a good idea to have it evaluated. Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Severe pain 2 years after mastectomy and reconstruction

It is impossible to tell what may be causing your pain. But you need to seek medical attention to get this pain worked up. Please see your internist/PCP for an evaluation. In addition, given your history of breast cancer, please start with a visit with your breast oncologist.