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Sharp pain 10 years after Saline breast implants

I had Saline breast implants 10 years ago. They are under my muscle and have been very happy with the results. One week ago, I began noticing a sharp pain at the base (where the bottom of your bra sits) of my breast. It can travel up towards my nipple. It is most uncomfortable when I bend over without a bra. It is more tolerable when I wear a bra. This pain is only on one breast. What would you suggest I do? What do you think it could be?

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A: Definitely have it looked at to be safe

Sam Speron, MD

Hi, Thank you for your question. It is hard to say without examining you. I would definitely get a mammogram to make sure there are no suspicious findings. The pain could caused from physical activity that put too much strain on your breast. In that case, the pain should subside within a few weeks. The pain... more

A: New Breast Pain, Old Implant Surgery

Sutton Graham II, MD

Brooke in ND: Since you had surgery more than a year ago and have recently developed the pain, you should handle this like pain that develops in someone without implants.  It probably has nothing to do with the prior surgery.  (Unless your have developed a late infection or hard capsule, which would... more

A: Breast pain

Steven Wallach, MD

 The reasons for breast pain are numerous. It is hard to give you a definitive answer without examining you. The best thing to do is see your doctor to be properly evaluated.  

A: Can be seen in a loose capsule

Michael C. Edwards, MD

    I have seen a few patients for revision who felt their breasts fell too far to the side when they laid down and had some discomfort when leaning forward out of a bra. They were treated by an operation to tighten up the capsule by sewing inside and although I could never promise the pain... more

A: Hard to tell what you're experiencing

Elan B. Singer, MD

Hi Brooke, It's hard to tell what you're experiencing without performing a detailed history and physical exam. I don't think it's anything alarming, but do suggest you see a plastic surgeon in the office. It's simply too difficult to diagnose this problem in this type of forum. Good luck!

A: Breast Pain

Brian D. Brantner, MD

It sounds as if this is probably from some type of activity that has caused sensitivity of a sensory nerve because the pain radiates to the nipple.  That can happen from physical activity such as lifting weights or something as simple as working in the back yard.  Most of the time it is difficult to... more

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