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Sharp Pains in Breasts when Laying Down

asked 1 year ago by Sarah3294
Latest answer by Steven Goldman, MD
Question viewed 1,099 times
Tags: silicone implant, under muscle, 300-349cc, pain, sleep

Hi I had a breast lift and augmentation a week ago, with 300 cc silicone implants under the muscle. My breasts feel heavy and generally sore which is to be expected. When I lay down on my back, even with pillows, I get very sharp, burning pains at the very top of each breast, which make it unbearable to lay down. Is this normal, what would be causing it, and will it improve. I am taking pain killers, but it doesn't seem to help.

11 answers to Sharp Pains in Breasts when Laying Down

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Pain following breast augmentation. Is it normal ?

Hello and thank you for the question. The pains you are describing fall within the normal and expected pattern in the early post-operative course. Given their bilateral nature, I would not be too concerned. You may be experiencing muscle spasms, which can be lessened with the use of muscle relaxants. If the pains should worsen over time or become intolerable, I would confer with your plastic surgeon for an evaluation. Best, Glenn Vallecillos, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.BeverlyHillsCosmeticSurgeon.com

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Breast implants may shift upward when lying down

Pain at the top of the breast when lying down may be from upward movement of the implants when you lie down. An elastic breast band (Raineywear.com or Designveronique.com) worn at the top of the breast when you sleep can provide counterpressure. Of course, check with your physician if the pain persists.
Steven Goldman, MD

Cleveland Plastic Surgeon

www.drgoldman.com

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Pain after Breast Augmentation

The pain you describe is muscle spasm. This is normal after breast augmentation. It may be diminished with oral Valium tablets at night. I would visit with my plastic surgeon and let him/her examine you. Good Luck, Leo Lapuerta Jr., MD FACS Triple Board Certified Plastic Surgery
Leo Lapuerta, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Recovering nerves after breast augmentation.

Most likely the sharp pains you are experiencing are due to recovering nerves (dysesthesias) and descent of the implant in the breast pocket.   Make sure you discuss this at your next post op appointment and if the pain is unbearable, call your surgeon's office. 
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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BREAST PAIN

The symptoms you are experiencing most likely are perfectly normal.  Muscle tightness or spasm may be the cause of these symptoms.  On occasion a muscle relaxant may help you symptoms.  Confer with your plastic surgeon about your concerns.
Todd B. Koch, MD

Buffalo Plastic Surgeon

www.toddbkochmd.com

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Postoperative pain

What you are describing sounds pretty normal after only a few days after your surgery.   Please contact your plastic surgeon for an evaluation.   Don't worry, your pain and soreness will likely get better over the next several days to weeks.
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Pain after Breast Augmentation

It is normal to have sharp pain after breast augmentation.  Your surgery was only 1 week ago.  Usually, patients have "tight" pain/discomfort for 3-5 days after breast augmentation; and it will diminish soon afterwards.  However, some patients can experience occasional, sharp pain weeks or months after breast augmentation due to nerve pain. 
Sugene Kim, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Pain in breasts early post-op

It is fairly common to have some pain at one week after surgery, and also to have weird sensations the first few weeks.  If concerned contact your doctor.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Pain on top of the breast the week after breast implants

Breast augmentation under the muscle, with or without a breast lift places considerable strain on the chest muscle the first week or two. The muscle now must stretch over the implant, and when on your back the pull can be greater. For the first two weeks we have our patients wear a snug band or wrap over the top of the breast to hold the implant down and still, and encourage ice or gel packs over the top of the breast to ease the muscle pull. You may not be comfortable on your back for... more
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

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Sharp Pains in Breasts when Laying Down

These seem to be early normal pains. If you have them after a few more weeks than see your chosen surgeon. From MIAMI DR. Darryl J. BLinski
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Post-op Pain (Augmentation) Normal and Should Resolve

It is not unusual to have pain one week following your augmentation, especially if the implants have been placed under the muscle.  I tell my patients to expect a bit more pain with submuscular implants but that it will be worth it in the long run.  I would expect for your pain to resolve ovrer the next several days.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon

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