10 Days Post Capsulectomy: Pain Has Returned

Post surgical pain at variable levels persists for weeks to months following a procedure.  In some cases, discomfort may last longer, may be positional, and may require intermittent use of analgesics for an extended period of time.  If Strattice was used in your revision, suturing this porcine acellular dermis may have involved a local intercostal mammary or cutaneous nerve, resulting in unexpected discomfort.  If a submuscular pocket was enlarged, muscular contraction and use of your arm may be painful until the area heals. 

Use analgesics as prescribed, rest until your pain resolves sufficiently to increase your activity level, and follow up closely with your surgeon.

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately it is not possible  to make an accurate diagnosis or to give you good advice  without examination. I would suggest continued follow with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.

Hello,

Increasing pain is a worrisome sign. You need to be examined by your surgeon to be sure nothing is wrong.

 

Best Regards,

 

John Di Saia MD

Anytime you have a specific question regarding post-operative care, you should contact your board certified plastic surgeon's office.  There may be a number of reasons for the discomfort. It is best to contact your surgeon regarding your concerns.

Your increase in pain may be from an increase in your activity?  If you don't think this is the case, you really should see your surgeon is you continue to feel worse rather than better. 

Lisa Lynn Sowder, M.D. 

Very difficult to sort this out.  Pain in the healing phase is common but should subside.  Have you been too active?  Could it be an infection?   May be normal progression of healing after capsulectomy.   Best to visit your surgeon; that is part on his job.  Good luck.