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Is This Sharp Pain Near my Right Breast Close to my Armpit Normal?

I am 2 days post op and still find it very difficult to move. I have this excruciating pain near my right breast close to my armpit every time I try to move my arms away from my waist. Right now the most comfortable way for me is to have both arms close to my sides. I thought that brushing my teeth would be okay, but I couldn't even raise my arms. When I get on my feet, the pressure just really hurts my upper body and all I want to do is lay down. I had 360 cc saline, under the muscle,undercreas

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7 Doctor Answers | Asked by Mzjackie05 in Austin, tx

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Sharp pain 2 days post-op breast augmentation may indicate a potential problem.

Pain in and of itself is anticipated for the first few days after breast augmentation, and can range from mild to severe in different patients. Most surgeons will tell you that submuscular implants also are more painful, and they would be telling the truth, although with very careful and meticulous technique, use of anti-inflammatory medications before, during, and after surgery, prescribing muscle relaxants after surgery, and placing a long-acting local anesthetic in the pocket prior to the... more

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Due to the work under your muscle, you will have pain along the length of the muscle, including the armpit area. If you have a lot of swelling and bruising which gets worse, you should be seen by your doctor.

Is This Sharp Pain Near my Right Breast Close to my Armpit Normal?

Please call and see your chosen operative surgeon just to be safe. It is most likely normal post op pain but to be sure best to be checked.

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Sharp pain after breast augmentation

A sharp pain two days after a breast augmentation can be normal. but if you are concerned, I would suggest contacting your surgeon ot be evaluated.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Too early to tell at this time. Since the implant was placed under the muscle the pain that you describe is not abnormal. If you are still concerned, see your plastic surgeon.

Sharp pains can be normal two days after breast augmentation

We expect muscular tenderness to be a bother for two to three days after breast augmentation. Keeping still in a snug bra and band, with ice on the upper breast can help. If moving your arms overhead cause pain on one or both sides back off and rest longer. Your surgeon should see you on or about day three and check for anything unusual so write your questions down and arrange an appointment. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Is a sharp pain near the armpit normal two days after a breast augmentation?

Two days after surgery it is normal to have pain you just have to make sure that both breasts are equal in size and shape and there is no hematoma. The best thing to do is to have your surgeon examin you.

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