I Still Have Pain 8 Weeks After BA when Does This Go Away

Still have pain especially under right arm pit/ feel burning sensation in right breast

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by rlfgray in star, ID

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Pain after breast augmentation

It is unusual to have discomfort 8 weeks after a breast augmentation. In some cases women describe hypersensitivity of the skin or of the nipple which occurs as the nerves recover from stretching during the procedure. This tends to resolve. It is rare for patients to complain of any discomfort when I see them at their 3 month post op visit. I would make sure you follow up with your plastic surgeon to make sure nothing unusual is going on. Good luck and thank you... more

Ralph R. Garramone, MD

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Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

Pain two months after breast augmentation

Hi, Pain after breast augmentation is part of the process but it usually subsides pretty much in the first couple of weeks. However, it is not uncommon for patients to complain of jabbing pains upon arm motions or workouts even for a more prolonged time. Numbness, stabbing pains intermittently, hypersensitivity etc....these are not the usual at 8 weeks but certainly warrant an opinion of your ps too make sure that all is well. A capsule scar... more

Pain after Breast Augmentation Surgery

You may have pain related to irritation of your nerves. Neuropathic pain or nerve related pain maybe caused by irritation or scar tissue or maybe a pressure related phenomenon. Rest assure, there are several treatments for pain due to breast implants. If you do have pain, begin massage to the area of pain to help desensitize the area. If at least 6 months and preferably 12 months have passed after your breast implant surgery, some modalities that may help resolve your pain are: 1. Local... more

Pain after Breast Augmentation?

Thank you for the question. It is not possible to give you an accurate prediction without an accurate diagnosis for the cause of your continued discomfort. I would suggest follow-up with your plastic surgeon who is in the best position to help you. Best wishes.

Eight weeks after breast augmentation

It is a bit unusual for you to have pain eight weeks after breast implant surgery. Sometimes it is related to the nerves "waking" up. Either way, and exam is important to assess what is going on.